running commentary
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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With its enormous cast of shaggy-haired baby boomers, “Doonesbury” doubled as a running commentary on news and society.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
Fortunately, President Donald Trump and others in his administration have offered a running commentary on the timeline.
From Barron's ● Mar. 12, 2026
The PM's spokesman also refused to give a "running commentary" and said the hospitality industry had been given a £4.3bn support package over three years in the Budget.
From BBC ● Jan. 7, 2026
He had a chorus to provide running commentary.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 8, 2025
Mr. Weasley kept up a running commentary, mainly for Harry’s and Hermione’s benefit; his own children knew too much about the Ministry to be greatly interested.
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
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