Example Sentences

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In recent years his industry has encountered serious hiccups - affecting both of the world's most important coffee beans.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Paramount’s deal has encountered significant opposition in Hollywood and beyond.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Anthropic postponing the release of its new AI model Claude Mythos, said to be so skilled at coding it could be a wicked weapon for hackers, has encountered a mix of alarm and skepticism.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

That has encountered resistance, especially from private-sector tech companies that are accustomed to using Nvidia’s products and software tools.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026

Enrique has encountered children as young as nine.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario