Example Sentences

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The longer you live, the more likely you are to realize that not everyone has your best interests at heart.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

If we don’t protect our interests, who will?

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

"This aspect needs to be managed. If North Korea acts in a provocative and belligerent manner, it could trigger regional conflict, which could run counter to China's interests," Hong said.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

"People that are creative and can think broadly, people that read a lot, people that have interests are the ones most benefited by this," Clark said.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

So, daughter of Pluto, Clytius rumbled, do you really believe Hecate has your interests at heart?

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan