Example Sentences
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Laurie Bolewitz reads a spooky “tale” to sleepover guests as a black cat perches on a scratching post.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
“We have a robust ingredient traceability system,” said Laurie Schalow, the chain’s chief corporate affairs and food safety officer.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
Laurie Schalow, Chipotle’s chief corporate affairs and food-safety officer, said in a brief statement that the chain was tracking the investigation, adding: “At this time, we don’t believe the ingredients we source are associated.”
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 20, 2026
Six other Englishman - Jordan Smith, Matt Wallace, Laurie Canter, Alex Fitzpatrick, Matthew Southgate, Tyrrell Hatton - also shot under par in a strong showing from the home contingent.
From BBC ● Jul. 16, 2026
“No, nor felt such thorns,” returned Laurie, with his thumb in his mouth, after a vain attempt to capture a solitary scarlet flower that grew just beyond his reach.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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