Example Sentences

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"As a business, strikes do hurt, but we understand why they happen. We'd always prefer no disruption, yet our priority is thanking the people who still come to see us."

From BBC • Sep. 8, 2025

In an Instagram video, which has solicited more than 1,500 comments, Ewing’s husband, Early Walker, is thanking guests for attending the shower.

From Washington Post • Sep. 9, 2022

Aquarium of the Pacific is thanking Betty the sea otter for being a friend.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 15, 2022

“Whenever she makes speeches, she is thanking the central government or mentioning Xi,” Mr. Ho said, referring to Xi Jinping, China’s leader.

From New York Times • Dec. 18, 2021

It seems weird that she is thanking me, because it really feels like I should be thanking her for something.

From "A Good Kind of Trouble" by Lisa Moore Ramée