Example Sentences

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Stock futures were dropping, potentially extending the indexes’ selloff on Friday.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Elsewhere, Ross Stores CEO James Conroy also said last week that more young consumers were dropping by the company’s stores.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

He was unaware the farmers were dropping barriers behind him to move the animals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

An internal analysis found that roughly half of applicants were dropping out during background checks, she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 27, 2025

It occurred to him that the brambles must be very thick, as Renn and Wolf were dropping further and further behind.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver