Example Sentences

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Blinded by grief, he discovers the breadth of his unique skill set outside the walls of the George Bush Center for Intelligence.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2025

Blinded by incandescent memories, they can’t resist attempting to rekindle that flame, ignoring that it extinguished years ago.

From Washington Post • Feb. 24, 2023

“The first six months I spent with him were filled with tenderness and affection. Blinded by love, I saw none of his faults or weaknesses. He was to become the passion of my life.”

From New York Times • Jan. 13, 2023

Blinded by motherly concern, she acted without thinking and lost $10 000 via e-transfer.

From Slate • Dec. 19, 2022

Blinded and very frightened—I had to put my hand on the glass to keep my balance.

From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger