Example Sentences

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"Our lakes, rivers and groundwater reserves have dried up as a direct consequence of poor water management," said Kesici.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Car dealers don’t have it any easier, as nationwide discounts have dried up.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Fast forward to 2026, when the avenues to make affordable payments or obtain forgiveness have dried up.

From Salon • Mar. 17, 2026

Locals have been detained and released as leads have dried up.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

“What happened to the King in the end?” asked the child, when the story seemed to have dried up.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White