Example Sentences

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On Thursday, law enforcement searched Proper’s house in Ohio and found a large quantity of boxes of spent ammunition, rounds of spent cartridge casings and tactical clothing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

The match ends after three rounds, or when one contestant falls over and fails to rise for a referee 10-count.

From Slate • Jun. 16, 2026

The buzz: After both teams opened their World Cup with wins, a victory here likely will mean advancing to the knockout rounds as the group champion.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026

Iraq endured a gruelling 21-game qualifying run – the most fixtures of any nation - which included numerous different rounds and play-offs to become the last team to secure their place at the tournament.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

The story of how I went twelve rounds with an evil spirit and won.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia