Example Sentences

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The study enrolled 86 cancer patients receiving chemotherapy who reported cognitive difficulties.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Researchers also examined how often cognitive difficulties were noticed by people around the participants.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Despite the strain and the difficulties they faced, they say their relationship as father and son has endured and, over time, found a way forward.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Sanctioned companies could have their assets frozen or encounter difficulties in accessing the international financial system.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

“Nurse, you’ll go and help apply the Bunyan bags to Corporal MacIntyre’s arms and legs. You’ll treat the rest of his body with tannic acid. If there are difficulties, you’ll come straight to me.”

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan