Example Sentences

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In March, lawmakers introduced bipartisan legislation to prohibit U.S.-regulated prediction markets from listing contracts related to sporting events and casino-style games such as video poker, blackjack and bingo.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

In the wake of that dispute, the Pentagon severed its contracts with the company, whose AI tools had been the only ones to hold defense security clearance.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

"We will ensure that, in large defence contracts, there are provisions to require any significant sub-contracts to be placed with UK-based companies, or guarantee competitions so UK competitors aren't shut out."

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Remaining performance obligations, or signed contracts not yet converted to revenue, are expected to be $601.1 billion.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

My stomach contracts at the thought of what I must do next.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins