Example Sentences

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The Monday-night regulars at Sullivan County come mostly for “the hang,” Mr. Coyne writes, in contrast to the friendly but eccentric old gentleman who comes by himself most evenings to putt on distant greens.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Her weekend total of 132 matched Meg Mallon's championship record set in 2004 and was largely down to a vastly improved performance on the greens.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Women’s Open hitting fewer greens, yet she got up and down for par 24 times out of 30.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Its decor of pinks, greens and bold patterns remains true to designer Dorothy Draper, who “Draperized” the resort after World War II when it served as a hospital.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Later, while Bertha put turnip greens and cornbread and tuna casserole on the table, she told me we would talk about everything after supper.

From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor