Example Sentences

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But Reeves said there needed to be a fundamental shift in spending across the board, with current global tensions showing the need for resilience in critical sectors.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Alibaba’s adjusted earnings slumped 56% in fiscal 2026 amid aggressive artificial-intelligence spending and price wars.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

During the intervening period, government spending has risen faster than inflation.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

But this study found the opposite to be true: Being honest led to an increase in order frequency, with shoppers spending about 5.8% more money on the site over a six-month period.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

On Thursday, Mrs. Brisbane announced that I would be spending the weekend at A.J.’s house.

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney