Example Sentences

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There were also statistically significant but smaller declines among older women.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Snacks net sales fell 4%, driven by declines in the salty snacks, crackers and fresh bakery business.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Gasoline inventories recently completed their longest stretch of consecutive weekly declines on record.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

It protects capital from initial declines and helps investors find a stable entry point that captures institutional momentum.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

And Mrs. Baransky is laughing her easygoing laugh as she politely declines his offer of chocolate coins, then turns to our mother with a reassuring smile.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day