Example Sentences

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Rodeos are causing a circus at City Hall.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

No fuel resulted in engine shutdown, causing a loss of power and lift.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

For those who know of exorcisms primarily from horror movies, the news of a professional exorcist in the nation’s capital causing drama may have been a bit confounding.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

Fans from several countries have told the BBC World Service that other obstacles are also causing widespread anger and upset.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

I do not know what is causing the dust clouds, but I intend to find out.”

From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown