Example Sentences

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Paraphrasing Ronald Reagan, he says: “In a republic, you’re always only one generation away from the extinction of freedom. There’s deep, deep wisdom in that line.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Paraphrasing and removing the expletives, the general reaction from Rangers people was: 'Save the showboating for down south, son'.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2024

Paraphrasing the fiery 1960s activist, Fain said, "If you truly value freedom, you must fight for freedom by any means necessary ... How far are you willing to go to win the contract you deserve?"

From Reuters • Jul. 13, 2023

Paraphrasing some recommendations from King Arthur Baking Company, use your senses to answer the following questions:

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2023

Paraphrasing is a useful timesaver, as it is not always convenient to stop and look up a quotation when making a point, especially if the situation is urgent, as this one surely was.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood