Example Sentences

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In recent weeks, elected officials, candidates and party-aligned commentators have competed to distance themselves from him.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

The U.S. team has six women in Cortina who have competed in speed events.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

As the Women's Rugby World Cup takes place over five weeks, the female athletes that reach the final will have competed while managing one or two menstrual cycles.

From BBC • Sep. 16, 2025

Holders New Zealand have a habit of peaking for the World Cup - winning six of the eight they have competed at.

From BBC • Aug. 15, 2025

The fact was, our whole team was so rigorously prepared that any one of us could have competed in the all-around.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles