Example Sentences

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"He's talked about that in the past, it is burning a lot of energy. He's getting a bit older. It's up to Martin what he does."

From BBC • May 23, 2026

The world is burning and everyone is exploiting it for their own gain.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

The company is burning usage rates and a good bit of customer goodwill.

From Slate • Apr. 14, 2026

A 1,000-acre fire is burning east of Moreno Valley, fire officials said, and has sparked evacuations in the area.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

When he next looks up, a soft glow shows behind a line of distant trees, as if something is burning out there.

From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr