Example Sentences

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I grew up in town because dad was coaching, but I grew up working on the farm.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

My wife's from Buffalo and we met when I was coaching for the Buffalo Bills, but I've spent most of my career in Bronco land.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026

In 2015, when he was coaching Notre Dame, Mr. Kelly said he doubted that any of his players could meet the university’s academic standards.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 24, 2025

England women's head coach John Mitchell was coaching top-level rugby before 10 of his World Cup semi-final starting XV were born.

From BBC • Sep. 23, 2025

They first met at a boys’ club visit of Kwang’s where Eduardo was coaching.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee