Example Sentences

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People had told me this before they knew which party would win—the government offices will be closed; people will be celebrating.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

For years I had asked Usha to have another baby, and for years she had told me she was done—especially now that public service had elevated us into the national spotlight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

She had told him about meeting an anesthesia provider who did sound baths in the operating room and had been on a podcast.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

US sources had told AFP the deal was waiting on Trump's sign-off, but the president had made no decision after a two-hour meeting in the White House Situation Room on Friday in Washington.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

Nobody had told her to prepare any small talk!

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz