Example Sentences

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Abbott has not ruled out a White House bid but has waved off the speculation as he seeks reelection.

From Salon • Oct. 19, 2022

You may have figured he’s a longtime racial justice activist who has waved signs before.

From Washington Post • Mar. 19, 2022

Andrew Wylie, whose literary agency represents the Mailer estate, told The Associated Press on Tuesday that Skyhorse Publishing will release the book and that Random House has waved any reprint fees.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 4, 2022

Just because Lamont has waved the flag for some businesses doesn’t mean they should rush to open doors.

From Washington Times • May 15, 2020

An enchanter has waved his wand! in reading of the wondrous world of the ancients, one feels a desire to get a peep at Rome before its destruction by barbarian hordes.

From Servia, Youngest Member of the European Family or, A Residence in Belgrade and Travels in the Highlands and Woodlands of the Interior, during the years 1843 and 1844. by Paton, Andrew Archibald