Example Sentences

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“I will be asking President Xi, a Leader of extraordinary distinction, to ‘open up’ China so that these brilliant people can work their magic, and help bring the People’s Republic to an even higher level!,”

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

You would imagine it is a question Iraola will be asking himself over the next few weeks as he decides his future.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

"Vienna will have all the glitz, the glamour, and the heart in the middle of the Eurovision logo -- but many will be asking if the heart of the show is still there."

From Barron's • Dec. 17, 2025

That’s what the Dodgers will be asking not only from him, but also from Glasnow and Ohtani.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 25, 2025

“Ladies and gentlemen, in five minutes’ time, I will be asking you to make your way down to the Quidditch field for the third and final task of the Triwizard Tournament.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling