Example Sentences

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Togelius is clinging to hope, grounded in his decades of industry experience, that the potential of AI will ultimately create more immersive virtual worlds.

From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026

Norco was clinging to a 1-0 lead until scoring two runs in the seventh on a Codey Brown sacrifice fly and throwing error.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

"Seeing a sloth baby clinging to mum for the very first time has been so special for the whole team and we can't wait for visitors to see little Atty," she said.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

We’re clinging to that belief but will concede that it may be irrational.

From Slate • May 2, 2026

She begged and wept, but the boat continued to pitch, with Nhamo clinging to the sides.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer