Example Sentences
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Greenspan basked in the credit for the booms that unfolded under his watch, and chafed at the blame heaped on him for the financial collapse that unfolded shortly after he left office.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026
On Saturday, Ukraine's foreign minister Andriy Sybiga heaped further criticism on the Russian leader.
From Barron's ● Jun. 6, 2026
Just reading the many well-wishes heaped upon Aaron from his fellow pros affirms he is a well-loved, well-respected man.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 23, 2026
The singer also heaped praise on Billie Eilish whose single What Was I Made For?, from the soundtrack of the 2023 Barbie film, is one of the tracks covered by Weller.
From BBC ● Apr. 24, 2026
He heaped piles of dirt into the corners of the house and hummed a song under his breath.
From "When I Was Puerto Rican" by Esmeralda Santiago
