Example Sentences

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This left the major hauling to James, who’s not officially hurt, but here’s guessing his whole body is hurting.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

"We all know the pressures people are facing, we can see how much this crisis is hurting and we understand the need for a response," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

The hosts discuss how billionaire dealmaking and rebrand fatigue is hurting the network’s reputation for edgy, prestige TV.

From Slate • Mar. 21, 2026

Some analysts wonder if artificial intelligence is hurting this segment of the labor market.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

Buying them their food or even fancy clothes or a car ain’t going to help if a child is hurting inside.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson