Example Sentences

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He has argued this is just part of his work as a defence lawyer, while critics have accused him of enriching himself by defending powerful criminals.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Iran and the US have accused each other of breaching the two-week truce that is set to end by Wednesday, as uncertainty grows over a push to stop the war from resuming.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

But it imploded this year, and firms have accused it of using loans as collateral several times.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

Castellanos and others have accused the department of overreacting to the situation, which they maintain was largely peaceful.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

"Sorry. I shouldn't have accused your mother. That's terrible."

From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman