Example Sentences

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But if Congress declines to extend pay increases, experts warn that the ranks of front-line workers will thin before smoke starts billowing again next spring.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 25, 2023

The euro is testing a fall below 99 cents for the fist time since the early 2000s, with outsized moves possible since a U.S. holiday will thin liquidity.

From Reuters • Sep. 5, 2022

Without that hormone, the uterine lining will thin and an embryo will not stay attached.

From BBC • Aug. 25, 2022

Having to fill out another government form likely will thin the overall number of applicants, experts say.

From Washington Times • Dec. 4, 2019

Observe, the oysters will thin the sauce, and therefore allow butter accordingly.

From The Cook and Housekeeper's Complete and Universal Dictionary; Including a System of Modern Cookery, in all Its Various Branches, Adapted to the Use of Private Families by Eaton, Mary, fl. 1823-1849