Example Sentences
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Most of the Moldovan capital Chisinau was temporarily without power, though it was largely back on line by 3:40 pm, according to the Moldovan energy ministry.
From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026
We are the wealthiest and most glamorous, we are living the best lives, Amal Clooney’s on line one, the pope’s on hold.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026
She noted that she is paying this much because she knows that members of legacy media also have the money to spend on line sitters.
From Slate • Jun. 10, 2025
Here’s the craziest and smallest one, which I still find weird to this day: I never saw Carlos stand on line for anything.
From Salon • Sep. 14, 2024
And to pass the hours on line, Bodega tales began winding around the avenue.
From "Bodega Dreams" by Ernesto Quinonez
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