Example Sentences

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Without realizing it, Kevin O’Leary may have awakened a new political uprising in Utah—one that could come back to bite the very lawmakers he partnered with for his latest moneymaking venture.

From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026

Iranian attacks have awakened the Saudis to the vulnerability of their energy infrastructure as well as the desalination plants on which much of the kingdom depends.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

"He has awakened from an induced coma and is doing well under the circumstances."

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Nvidia’s stock has awakened from its slumber, clocking its seventh consecutive day of gains.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

The baby had awakened and was crying loudly, so that she had to yell.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya