Example Sentences

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Under the UFC Whereabouts Policy, the three failures constituted an anti-doping violation equivalent to a failed drug test.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Fernandez argued that the weak evidence of his guilt constituted one of the “extraordinary and compelling reasons” that merits compassionate release under the First Step Act.

From Slate • May 29, 2026

The Geneva-based WHO said early on Sunday the outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola constituted a "public health emergency of international concern" -- the second-highest level of alert under international health regulations.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

Developing AI responsibly constituted a key part of the pitch.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

On the north the view was bounded by the long chalk ridge of the Hog’s Back, from behind whose eastern extremity rose the towers of the seven skyscrapers which constituted Guildford.

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley