Example Sentences

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Oil eased but markets remained on edge as tensions flared in the Strait of Hormuz and the U.S.-Iran cease-fire looked increasingly fragile.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

Oil prices jumped above $105 a barrel early Thursday after Brent crude settled above the $100 level for the first time since the cease-fire began as tensions flared in the Strait of Hormuz.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

Randy Pitchford, owner of the Magic Castle, confirmed Wednesday that damage was minimal after a roof fire flared up at the property around 5 p.m.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Polo shirts, denim jackets or flared trousers from brands like Adidas, Fila, Sergio Tacchini, Lacoste, Slazenger, Stone Island and Fred Perry took over the full kit.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

A lantern flared to life, and I saw more shriveled flowers on the ground.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia