Example Sentences

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio joined the chat and, after sharing both the "real JFK files" and the identities of "all deep-cover CIA agents," the group finally realized they were leaking state secrets to teens.

From Salon • Mar. 30, 2025

The scarred spots where branches fell off were leaking mucus, and some corals whose skeletons were exposed had been colonized by other, parasitic coral species.

From Science Daily • Feb. 20, 2024

None of the derailed ethanol cars were leaking following the derailment, officials said.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 31, 2023

Working over six months, he removed the hardscape and bricks and ripped out the old metal irrigation pipes, which were leaking.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 19, 2023

Little percussive hisses of music were leaking from his ears.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson