Example Sentences

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Software stocks have been struggling for months due to fears of artificial-intelligence disruption, but Snowflake’s better-than-expected results were boosting the sector ahead of the opening bell.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

As earnings season ramps up, traders hope it reflects the tailwinds that were boosting the economy before the Middle East conflict erupted.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

He cited a rise to the legal minimum wage, announced at October's Budget, as an example of how ministers were boosting living standards.

From BBC • Dec. 19, 2024

Originally, his posts were replies to other users who were boosting the conspiracy theory, and those posts remain live.

From Washington Times • Nov. 29, 2023

The two brave sailors who had jumped into the water after him were boosting him up the net.

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys