Example Sentences

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The longtime host prematurely revealed the loser of a fire-making challenge before the segment aired.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

That deadline was missed by about 30 minutes, prompting many news outlets to prematurely report that the court allowed a ban to take effect via a shadow docket.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

The European Commission has urged member states to avoid prematurely shutting existing nuclear facilities as part of efforts to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and strengthen energy independence.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

One of those families was that of baby Sunny Beverley-Conlin, who was born prematurely in May 2022.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

And, indeed, compared to other animals, humans are born prematurely, when many of their vital systems are still under-developed.

From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari