Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Of the over 70 people Street Sense reporters have surveyed in the last two weeks, most say law enforcement interactions have been inconsistent.

From Slate • Sep. 1, 2025

“We have surveyed all students in university-owned housing and in the Westwood area and stand ready to transport and house any students who indicated they need temporary housing,” the statement said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2025

Wright and her colleagues have surveyed LGBTQ+ teachers and principals four times since 2007, with new 2024 data to be released in November.

From Salon • Sep. 19, 2024

Testing for this is difficult -- past studies have surveyed plants grown in different locations and regions, making it tricky to isolate the role of microbes alone.

From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 2024

He should have surveyed everyone he knew, instead of wandering around in a daze.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix