Example Sentences

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Even though Thursday’s selloff was easing as bitcoin traded back above $65,000, it appeared on social media that many investors remained on edge.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 5, 2026

Microsoft shares dropped last month when technology-focused news outlet The Information reported that it was easing sales quotas for enterprise AI products like Microsoft 365 Copilot.

From Barron's • Jan. 14, 2026

Officials had been hopeful that a decline in viral levels in late 2024 suggested the outbreak was easing, but they have started to increase yet again.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2025

Treasury yields rose after one report said inflation was easing at the wholesale level but another indicated sales at retailers were stronger than expected.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 15, 2023

The pain in his left shoulder was easing.

From "The Voyage Of The Frog" by Gary Paulsen