Example Sentences

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Keynes set out to turn economics theory on its head, Smith to explore the classical ideas that the modernists were tossing aside.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Jason Hughes, 40, came out of his home to surprise the students who were tossing toilet papers over trees as part of a practical joke.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

After graduating 22 players from last season, including stalwart quarterback Noah Fifita, and leading rusher Houston Thomas and top receiver Tetairoa McMillan, the Friars were tossing darts at the wall to see if they’d stick.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2022

“They were tossing it, and I said, ‘Would you toss it my way?’”

From New York Times • Apr. 24, 2019

“Every time I came to check on you, you were tossing and turning.”

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas