Example Sentences

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Various types of native fish have suffered declines, including steelhead trout, white sturgeon and longfin smelt.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Because its oil fields and export infrastructure on Kharg Island appear to have suffered relatively little damage, Iran may restore exports relatively quickly if and when the strait reopens.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

That came as a welcome surprise to investors, who have suffered through a tough year amid concerns over how artificial intelligence would eat away at the software industry.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

The two firms are racing to invest in AI but have suffered weak share performance as they struggle to keep up with US competitors.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Heaven forfend that the owl should have suffered a fraction of what Abel wished it.

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig