Example Sentences

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Ireland captain Caelan Doris said a record-breaking Six Nations victory over England on Saturday had restored his side's belief after an uncertain start to their Championship campaign.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

The National Grid said it was working "tirelessly" and had restored power to almost 170,000 properties.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026

What remained was the beautifully mellow sound of a vintage Steinway piano he’d had restored after buying it on Craiglist for $800.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 22, 2025

The administration also said earlier this month it had restored New York’s funding after initially proposing a 77% cut.

From Salon • Oct. 16, 2025

He had restored it from a used one he bought in New York, where he lives.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott