Example Sentences

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The TV broadcast mentioned that Busch had been dealing with a sinus cold all week.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

A week prior to her hospitalization, Francis announced on Facebook that she had been dealing with “pelvic pain on the right side” and underwent tests to determine “that this is due to a fracture.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2025

Like Emma, Rosie had been dealing with mental health issues since childhood, but it was only after being in crisis that her condition was recognised.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2025

His younger sister Shari Shaw said Victor, who had diabetes and chronic kidney disease, had been dealing with some breathing issues as well as balance and vision problems.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2025

He had been dealing with Mack for a long time.

From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck