Example Sentences

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A statement from Steelers president Art Rooney said Tomlin, who had two years remaining on his contract, had elected to step down following the team's 30-6 wild card loss to the Houston Texans on Monday.

From Barron's • Jan. 13, 2026

On Thursday afternoon, the chip industry’s trade group, the Semiconductor Industry Association, said that it had elected Su as its new chair.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

Walmart said that its board had elected Furner to succeed McMillon as the company’s president and CEO, a move that takes effect Feb. 1.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 15, 2025

But those were chaotic hours, sparking protests, fear and uncertainty in the country that had elected him.

From BBC • Dec. 4, 2024

Though everyone was dying for an explanation, we had elected to give the girls a moment to themselves, and stared in amazement from a respectful distance.

From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs