Example Sentences

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Emotions were swirling within me when I landed in the capital, Kigali.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2024

In a voice message, she told Reuters that rumours were swirling about what would happen next and people were in "chaos and bewilderment".

From Reuters • Sep. 21, 2023

By Friday, rumors were swirling that he might run a full-time Cup schedule next year.

From Washington Times • Aug. 12, 2023

Roofs had been ripped off and their remains were swirling in the vortex, along with other debris.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2023

It was like a sink of burning anger, and we were swirling down the drain.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia