Example Sentences

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At his sentencing, Judge P Kevin Castel called him a "two-faced politician" who had used his influence and national security forces to protect drug traffickers who had bribed and supported him.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Hines had used the gum to stay alert on film sets.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

He added that Iran's military had used the ceasefire as an opportunity "to strengthen its combat capabilities", without elaborating.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Routine, he says, makes him feel safe, but it’s something he is pushing against on this album, so much that he titled it after a phrase he realized he had used in two songs.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

The sandwich looked as if someone had used a rolling pin on it.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret