Example Sentences

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"I was frightened because no one was explaining what was going on," she says.

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026

SAN ANTONIO, Texas—Erika Kirk was standing center stage in a hotel ballroom, explaining the difference between earthly pleasures and heavenly joy, when a heckler interrupted her remarks to shout incendiaries at her.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

“Disclosure Day” speeds around frantically, talking constantly and explaining little.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Grynspan said: "The UN is unique, but it's not alone," explaining that it had a "culture problem" and needed to find ways to forge partnerships with outside forces.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Mama and Papa had sat her and Brigit down after the news broke, explaining how the breach of the prison had put a spotlight on the Conjure community.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton