Example Sentences

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For water, that can be a cup of water to quench the spirits’ thirst after their journey, or sometimes the deceased’s favorite drink.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 25, 2021

These first snippets of dialogue with the beyond establish the conventions used in “Sandover”—Merrill’s and his friends’ earthy commentary in lowercase, the spirits’ confessions and harangues in all caps.

From The New Yorker • Apr. 6, 2015

Wizards in ‘great spirits’ The Wizards hope that they have learned what it takes to be successful after winning three of their past four games.

From Washington Post • Nov. 26, 2013

Mr. Kony promptly took her place, insisting he was the spirits’ new vehicle.

From New York Times • Dec. 31, 2010

She imagined a bright light flashing from some hidden chamber of her heart, pulsing in time with the spirits’ lights.

From "Shadowshaper" by Daniel José Older