Example Sentences

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People with higher thymic health scores experienced significantly better outcomes.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Early research shows school phone bans have cut down on student disciplinary problems and boosted test scores.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

This week, scores of protestors assembled outside Delaney Hall and witnessed visits from elected officials like New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill, who was turned away.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Paying down debt, especially credit-card debt, is a step toward homeownership as lenders are hesitant to offer loans to those who carry balances or have lower credit scores.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

“Then that be just where the lie comes in. Why, there be scores of these lay-beds that be toom as old Dun’s ’bacca-box on Friday night.”

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker