Example Sentences

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Demand for bonds declined and Treasury yields rose for the second consecutive session as markets grappled with hostilities in the Middle East and high interest rate expectations in the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Losses are par for the course in the quantum sector, but Quantinuum’s revenue actually declined in the latest quarter while its losses ballooned.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

At the other end, the only categories where home sales declined last month were those priced below $250,000.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

The prime minister's spokesman declined to comment, referring reporters to the earlier statement from MHCLG.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Every day he declined in sagacity and vigor.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick