Example Sentences

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The 15 winners, who used to work 14-hour days together in the finance team, planned to use their £66,666 share on paying off mortgages, holidays, house renovations and new cars.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

Trump, who got his professional start in his father's real estate development business, has zealously undertaken several renovations during his second term, including tearing down the east wing of the White House for a ballroom.

From Barron's • Jun. 21, 2026

Given that your parents plan to pay for the renovations, ask your tax adviser whether it matters if they pay the contractors directly or, rather, give you the funds to pay for the work.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 15, 2026

They also approved a plan to close the center for two years to allow for extensive renovations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 13, 2026

“Whether or not I spoke about the renovations to Yankee Stadium is not something you need to know, Holling.”

From "The Wednesday Wars" by Gary D. Schmidt