Example Sentences

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Before 1994, the U.S. had qualified for the World Cup once in four decades; it has missed the tournament just once in the 32 years since.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

The U.S. has missed the tournament just once since then, and will play host to the World Cup for a second time this summer.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

On the women's side, Sonay Kartal broke into the top 50 last year but has missed the entire clay-court swing with a back injury.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

While inflation has receded from that pandemic peak, it has missed the Fed’s 2% target since.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

This is the first day of school he has missed, and I wonder if it has anything to do with the meeting.

From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick