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they're

American  
[thair, ther] / ðɛər, ðər /

  1. contraction of they are.

they're British  
/ ðɛə, ˈðeɪə /

contraction

  1. they are

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Usage

See contraction.

Example Sentences

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Even as new signs of economic strain pile up, Federal Reserve officials are sticking to an upbeat forecast for growth, and they’re pointing to artificial intelligence to explain why.

From Barron's

Even as new signs of economic strain pile up, Federal Reserve officials are sticking to an upbeat forecast for growth, and they’re pointing to artificial intelligence to explain why.

From Barron's

And now they’re making it official.

From Los Angeles Times

Although both metals are experiencing upward momentum, analysts are not sure if they’re in position to begin another extended rally.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Commanders are working hard to adjust in real time with those systems and make sure they’re in the right places and not easily targetable.”

From The Wall Street Journal

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