Example Sentences

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"When I started the chest compressions, it began moving its legs. The more it moved, the more I kept going," he said.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

Responders tried to resuscitate her with chest compressions and transferred her to a hospital, according to the report.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

Julia asks Anjalee for her worst memory and she describes how her father tried to save her mother's life by performing chest compressions in their home until the paramedics arrived.

From BBC • May 17, 2025

The defender collapsed on the field and medical staff appeared to do chest compressions on her during a 2-0 win over Utah.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2025

Rashid stopped the compressions and leaned down to put his fingers on her neck.

From "Time Bomb" by Joelle Charbonneau