Example Sentences

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He was explaining his theories about bitcoin’s roller-coaster ride to David Lin, host of an eponymous podcast, and co-host Bonnie Chang in an episode aired Monday.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

“But I’m really kind of enjoying the ride. I was explaining to someone, I usually control everything in my life, but it’s so entertaining to control none of it, you know?”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

In context, Mr. Rubio was explaining why the launch happened on Saturday, Feb. 28, instead of some other day, not why it happened at all.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

Aziz was explaining how he was "forced to sign" a Russian military contract.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

“Visiting days in Puerto Plata are Fridays,” Pefta was explaining to the others.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez