Example Sentences

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Having revamped their side over recent years, Sri Lanka looked well short of the team who beat England in a T20 series here three years ago.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

Investors looked for a return in the form of dividends, often called “interest on capital.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

He looked her and said, “May I help you?”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

French designer Paul Poiret looked to this history in the early 20th century when he began designing chic, architecturally inspired gowns that required no corsets or petticoats.

From Salon • Jun. 12, 2026

“Did you hire that Chris guy? His résumé looked good.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam