they've
Americancontraction
Usage
See contraction.
Example Sentences
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"If they're underweight, or they've struggled into the winter in the first place, this is a double hard hit for them."
From BBC
People in the mountaineering industry in the UK, the US and Europe told BBC News they've been keeping a close eye on the case.
From BBC
"There is some data out there, but in pre-clinical models. Essentially they've been tested on animals, but not on humans."
From BBC
They've dropped points in 10 of their 27 games.
From BBC
Compared to this point last season they've won five fewer games in the league and have lost five more games, they're -28 on goals scored and +9 on goals conceded.
From BBC
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