Example Sentences

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But when Google sent him a cryptic, legalistic email in early 2020 notifying him that the police were demanding access to some of his data, he was alarmed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

In February 2024, general contractor Lendlease filed a petition for the involuntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy of Oceanwide Holdings to force a sale of the property and pay creditors who were demanding almost $400 million.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026

There is "plenty of evidence" that social media does harm to teens, he said, adding that some were demanding an unrealistic level of proof.

From Barron's • Jan. 19, 2026

The source also said customers were demanding greener, rather than carbon-intensive steel.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2025

Dimly he became aware of voices clamouring: it seemed that many of the Orcs were demanding a halt.

From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien