Example Sentences

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Pope Leo XIV may be right in the long-term that artificial intelligence endangers humanity, but investors are ignoring him in the short-term as they try cashing in on Wall Street’s hottest theme.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Michael Jackson fans are ignoring bad reviews and flocking to see the new biopic about his life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

“People are ignoring the fact that this young lady is dead,” he said.

From Salon • Feb. 21, 2026

It’s not that England are ignoring these performances, they are instead looking really closely at the attributes of county players and how they can benefit the Test team.

From BBC • Jul. 22, 2024

“That’s because the rest of the people are ignoring them. They think we’re like doormats—or ants or something!”

From "Kira-Kira" by Cynthia Kadohata