Example Sentences

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I think it’s very unlikely that the court will rule against the amendment.

From Slate • Apr. 24, 2026

The State Bar Court will rule on whether Romeyn and Khalifeh committed professional misconduct and could recommend that their licenses to practice law be suspended or that the attorneys be disbarred.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

The judge will rule on the issue of liability "on the balance of probabilities".

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

Moves in retail and consumer stocks also appear to be indicating that investors think the Supreme Court will rule against the tariffs.

From Barron's • Jan. 8, 2026

The judge will rule against sending Alex to a reform school.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman