Example Sentences

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He then worked both vertically and horizontally, extending his materials to expand the scene outward.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Musk’s latest moonshot is a sprawling, vertically integrated chip-making operation called Terafab.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

The deal enhances USA Rare Earth’s ability to become a vertically integrated rare earth materials producer.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

The cathode, made of a conductive metal, extends vertically to the surface.

From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2026

“I’m looking for a good book,” said Mr. Lemoncello as his hover ladder jerked vertically, then skittered sideways.

From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein