Example Sentences

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Yet Brazil has shown little interest in restricting Chinese access to its mineral wealth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

In his months on the panel last fall, he has shown an independent streak compared with some of his predecessors, who brought a more passive style to the post.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Drone warfare has shown its effectiveness against traditional military strategies.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

"It is nice to see someone who has dyslexia has shown that even though it's hard, you can work hard and you can get there," Ashley says.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Experience has shown that the power of both the Church and of Spain in Italy has been caused by France, and that her downfall has been brought about by the Church and by Spain.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli