Example Sentences

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The concern has been that Microsoft’s investment in AI will eat into its cash flows.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

If the show ends up not airing, ABC will eat that $50 million cost.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

If Iran is still able to launch ballistic missiles, it will eat into these limited stockpiles.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Wall Street is now worried AI will eat software.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 5, 2026

“Run and gather some and we will eat them in the shade by the river.”

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya