Example Sentences

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More than a decade later, former EBay chief Meg Whitman spent $144 million of her wealth on her bid to become California’s governor, setting a new national record for spending on a state election.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

CreditSights projects a small but manageable decline in Ebitda margin on higher AI-related spending.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

In the suit, Fowler claimed that Jay Justice blocked him from spending the money necessary to comply with environmental laws, including making court-ordered payments and repairing equipment.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

The company also increased spending on marketing, technology, and staffing during the quarter.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“I presume you’re not spending much, with your room and board taken care of.”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse