Example Sentences

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In a fortnight's time the floes will have crumbled somewhat, and in many places the ship will be able to penetrate them.

From Scott's Last Expedition Volume I by Scott, Robert Falcon

"Perhaps you will, but the Hôtel Royal will have crumbled to dust before that happy event occurs."

From Dikes and Ditches Young America in Holland and Belguim by Optic, Oliver