Example Sentences

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As a result, many of the major supermarkets have been announcing pay deals over the past few weeks.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2024

Hospital systems across the country have been announcing layoffs this year, citing the pressure of growing expenses.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2023

The move by Walmart is also a curiously optimistic sign regarding the broader economy: One of the nation’s largest companies is taking steps to retain workers, even as other large employers have been announcing layoffs.

From New York Times • Jan. 24, 2023

Destinations popular with U.S. tourists, such as Japan, have been announcing a lessening of restrictions; Canada is dropping COVID-19 entry requirements this weekend.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 30, 2022

“I’ve been promoted,” Percy said before Harry could even ask, and from his tone, he might have been announcing his election as supreme ruler of the universe.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling