Example Sentences

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Trucks wobbling under piles of amber-colored globules would make the twice-daily trek from Al-Nahud, a town 120 miles west of Obeid and an agricultural hub for the most prized variety of gum arabic, Hashab.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

We take it for granted that these films hold prized placement in American popular culture, along with hip-hop’s influence across Asia.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

And at the end of it all, Colbert flew off in Santa’s sleigh toting his prized Captain America shield, with unicorn Abraham Lincoln and “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek, the man with all the answers.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

Even though Arteta cut his teeth under coaches who prized attacking flow over all else—Arsène Wenger during his playing days at Arsenal, and Guardiola as an assistant at City—he made control his No. 1 priority.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

“One of Mr. Griswold’s most prized possessions,” Jack said.

From "Book Scavenger" by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman