Example Sentences

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I am turning 64 in February, and I retired in June 2025.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 31, 2026

“I mean that wholeheartedly. But at this time I do want to announce that I am turning professional. I’m accepting my PGA Tour membership.”

From Seattle Times • Jan. 25, 2024

"We have the washing line up in the garden already because it is cheaper than the tumble drier and I am turning off all the lights."

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2022

I am turning 13 in a few months, and I only have younger siblings.

From Slate • Dec. 11, 2020

You know I am fond of reading, there was a time when I read everything, now I am turning away from it all, to the blessed Bible.

From Divers Women by Pansy