Example Sentences

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“We recently restructured a handful of teams within Rivian as we work to profitably scale our ‌business,” a ⁠company spokesperson said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026

“We recently restructured a handful of teams within Rivian as we work to profitably scale our business,” the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

She might profitably have removed the scaffolding of the research, avoided extraneous detail and produced more of a page-turner.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Gold.com is scaling up and doing so profitably.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

"But while ignoring my personal education for a second I'd like you to remember that the people have little patience with us these days. We could use this time more profitably."

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison