Example Sentences

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U.S. stock and bond markets will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, and they will have shortened hours on Black Friday.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 25, 2025

U.S. stock and bond markets will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, and they will have shortened hours on Black Friday.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 25, 2025

Many more Americans will have shortened lifespans from complications caused either directly by the virus or indirectly by the conditions of the pandemic.

From Salon • Dec. 30, 2020

KFC said on Wednesday that some would remain closed for the rest of the week, while others will have shortened hours.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2018