Example Sentences

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Then technological advances made it possible to sequence DNA recovered from archaeological samples and determine that Y. pestis was indeed the cause.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

The samples also began generating new articular cartilage.

From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026

During 32 dives to the site, explorers collected samples from 485 whale-fossil sites and active whale falls, and found a treasure trove of remains, including one extinct whale's skeleton.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The sub took up to three people on the dives, collecting the fossil samples using robotic arms.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“The first basket of samples has arrived from the bakehouse this minute. What’s the verdict? Do we have a baker, or do we not?”

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood