Example Sentences

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The argument, however, faces increasing pushback in the United States.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

He had no idea the interview was being broadcast across the country and when he walked into the Santos dressing room, every one of his new team-mates had huge grins on their faces in response.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

As America nears its 250th birthday, it faces three key questions about future economic opportunity, global engagement and the role of government.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Curcio faces up to five years in federal prison at sentencing in August, officials said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

“Lord Cunningham wants to clear this land,” he’d say, “not add more faces to each house.”

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff