Example Sentences

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Now, Mobile Fortify’s widespread use by ICE has raised concerns among privacy advocates and some former officials, who argue the app is devouring huge amounts of personal information without adequate oversight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 5, 2026

Like all black holes, this young black hole is devouring material from its host galaxy to fuel its growth.

From Science Daily • Jan. 17, 2024

Resurgent inflation is devouring the income of Venezuelans - even the relatively privileged ones like Mendoza who have access to U.S. dollars.

From Reuters • Mar. 7, 2023

She has been in the U.S. since she was 14 but has never quite gotten used to the grind, especially now that inflation is devouring her meager earnings.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 2, 2023

Grandpa Ed is devouring a meatball sandwich as he stands at the curb outside of Salvatore’s.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti