Example Sentences

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The natural gas market also adapted better than feared.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

James adapted his sleep schedule as gaming shifts were established across multiple time zones.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

This essay is adapted from JD Vance’s new book, Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith, to be published by Harper on June 16.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

What stands out to you about his process versus then working with your husband, David E. Kelley, also a prolific writer, who adapted “Margo’s Got Money Troubles”?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Speaking broadly, their solution was not to clear the forest but to replace it with one adapted to human use.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann