Example Sentences

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Will the people who are crawling in get any of the money that’s showering out?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Nobody likes to think that insects are crawling all over their heads, King added.

From Salon • Aug. 25, 2024

"We were incredibly excited to learn that not only does large-scale neuronal migration continue into specific brain regions, but that this process also continues into ages when children are crawling and beginning to walk."

From Science Daily • Dec. 21, 2023

In previous stretches of life when I’ve had to stop exercising, I’ve felt as if ants are crawling under my skin.

From Slate • Dec. 10, 2023

This diaper style probably works best when the babies are crawling outside and their pee just soaks into the dirt.

From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau