Example Sentences

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His legal team has lodged a special defence of alibi in connection with the murder accusation.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

Tokyo has lodged protests with China over Xue's remarks, while Beijing has lodged its own with Japan over Takaichi's.

From BBC • Nov. 11, 2025

SNP MSP Michelle Thomson has lodged a motion to remove him from his role as convener of the Scottish Parliament's economy and fair work committee.

From BBC • Sep. 1, 2025

Ms Peggie has lodged a complaint of sexual harassment or harassment related to a protected belief against the health board and Dr Upton under the 2010 Equality Act over the suspension.

From BBC • Jul. 19, 2025

Kantorek sweats and spits out a dirty piece of wood that has lodged in his teeth.

From "All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel" by Erich Maria Remarque