Example Sentences

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Advocates say that others have secured court orders for their release but remain incarcerated.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Almost three years after landslides in Rancho Palos Verdes began accelerating and expanding, prompting an ongoing local emergency, federal officials have secured the area some long-requested federal aid.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

A recent survey of 100 large companies by Guggenheim Securities found that 77% are now using AI agents but only 4% have secured them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Ben White looked to have secured victory for Thomas Tuchel side's late on, only to then be adjudged to have given away a stoppage-time penalty which Federico Valverde converted.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

“I have secured four double berths in the sleeping car of the ten-fifty train bound for Washington,” she whispered tensely.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan