Example Sentences

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The Cold War was over, China was opening up and the U.S. government was running a surplus.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Capsey, who usually bats at number three, was opening for the first time for England in this format but stepped up seamlessly as Wyatt-Hodge awaits the birth of her child.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

There was opening day for the Major League Baseball teams in both regions, as well as dozens of No Kings protests — and each had hyper-local events that were near several rail stations.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

The following day it was revealed that the FBI was opening a probe into the lawmakers’ conduct and would be attempting to schedule interviews with each of the six lawmakers.

From Salon • Dec. 1, 2025

When we came in, Noorvik was opening a box with a pry bar.

From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell