Example Sentences

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In 2019, an immigration judge had ordered that he couldn’t be removed to his native country because a gang had targeted his family’s pupusa business there.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Filed a habeas corpus petition on a Thursday night, and by Monday a federal judge had ordered his immediate release.

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026

On opening weekend, fans bought out all of its merchandise, including a Yoshi-themed popcorn bucket and a “Mario” blanket, even though Cinépolis had ordered additional products.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Baker, who is a fan of the Glastonbury 2022 headliner, had no idea Eilish had ordered the print as it was purchased under a different name.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Liam had ordered each of us a simple meal of scrambled eggs, bacon, and two pancakes without syrup.

From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken