Example Sentences

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“We think the dividend could have upside if VW sells assets and realizes book gains.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

That proves infeasible when he realizes, amid heavy snowfall, that the first stretch, Massachusetts’ 34-mile Johnny Appleseed Trail, is not a forest path but a paved highway unsuitable for pedestrians.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

In life, she’s the kid who realizes that parents don’t love all their children equally, and instead of lamenting that absence, surrounds herself with a chosen family that values her as she is.

From Salon • May 20, 2026

Perhaps the most significant takeaway is that the quantum landscape offers far more entry points than the market currently realizes.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

The custodian’s name is Mrs. Krajewska, and she warms to me as soon as she realizes I’m not put off by water buckets and outdoor toilets.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron