Example Sentences

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Apparently, the mother had shown favoritism by devoting lots of time and attention to the lucky son, taking him away for whole afternoons by himself.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

My research had shown me that was egregiously mistaken.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

He said he had shown his wife “some rough footage” and that Marla Maples, former wife of President Trump, “has been involved.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

The reporter in question said on X that De la Espriella had shown her a "complete lack of respect."

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Letters called for the FCC to remove Welles and CBS from the air, fine them, or assume control of all radio broadcasts because the networks had shown themselves to be irresponsible.

From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow