Example Sentences

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“We’re watching English-language movies and shows with the subtitles on. That was never the case a few years ago. Subtitles are part of our lives now.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Subtitles are planned in English, French and Arabic.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

Subtitles wouldn’t be the worst idea, though a sibling garble is part of their brand.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025

Subtitles reveal the servant’s fury at the mouse as he stews over his inability to catch it: “You not only gnawed the rice bin, but even bit my lovely wife’s nose.”

From New York Times • Jan. 25, 2024

Subtitles for LSF were only present when Paula isn’t around or when her family’s dialogue is considered important for context.

From Slate • Aug. 19, 2021