Example Sentences

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Tourette's campaigner John Davidson has cut his hours at his long-standing job as a community centre caretaker to make time for his growing international fame.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Now, just four months later, he has cut his ask by $350,000, bringing the price down to $4.75 million.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

WPP’s new chief executive, Cindy Rose, has cut the yacht, the beach and the island.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Competition from streaming platforms has cut into network TV ratings and ad revenue, putting a squeeze on costs.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

“This man has not admitted that his sons live. He has cut them off mid-air.”

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck