Example Sentences

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But geopolitical conflicts, high costs and the rise of AI have worn on workers, she said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Fin Smith, whose grandfather played for Scotland in the 1950s, could also have worn blue.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

The novelty of that would have worn off quickly had the rest of the story not hit so close to home for so many people who saw it.

From Salon • Jan. 27, 2026

If the South African-born Conway had his way, he'd have worn the same number, but he made his domestic debut alongside Mckenzie so decided to double it and take 88 instead.

From Barron's • Dec. 18, 2025

So long ago that the mountains of those days have worn away and the deepest lakes have become dry land.

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman