Example Sentences

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An attorney for Brahmbhatt had disputed the lenders’ allegations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 17, 2025

Henry Norris Russell did briefly acknowledge Cecilia Payne's discovery, but didn't mention how he had disputed it initially.

From Scientific American • Jun. 22, 2023

Kelly's ruling did not directly address the issue of whether that exemption was valid, a fact the government had disputed.

From Reuters • Jan. 11, 2022

At the time, however, Chinese officials had disputed the decision, saying that it could mislead people into believing that conservation efforts could be relaxed.

From BBC • Jul. 9, 2021

We had disputed mildly over the need for woolens.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson