Example Sentences

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This type of trust allows extremely wealthy families to preserve and grow their fortunes across generations by minimizing estate and gift taxes.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026

It would also mark a sharp reversal of fortunes for a market once favored for Indonesia’s steady growth and political stability.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

The German revived Rangers' fortunes following an abject start to the season, turning the team from mid-table stragglers to title contenders.

From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026

The fortunes of Havana's colonial buildings mirror that of the nearly seven-decade-old revolution, their peeling pastel-colored facades are symbols of the repeated crises that have rocked the island, and its surprising resilience.

From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026

The boy with the bag of bones has become skilled at telling fortunes.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman