Example Sentences

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Since 2020, though, no sharp pullbacks have matched that pattern.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

With five medals secured - three golds, one silver and now a bronze - Team GB have matched the record hauls they achieved in Sochi in 2014 and the 2018 Games in South Korea.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

She said she might not have matched with him if she had seen him online.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 14, 2025

To many in both parties, Mr. Reagan’s speech remains the gold standard of presidential oratory and none have matched it at Normandy since.

From New York Times • Jun. 6, 2024

Kendra doubted that a team of horses could have matched the tireless speed of his loping strides.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull