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Americancontraction
Usage
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Example Sentences
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Because her whole life, she’s been told, ‘You’re wrong, you’ve messed up, you’ve got things wrong.’
From Salon • Jun. 25, 2026
"I'm worried about next year... We know from history that once you've mobilised those groups, you can't always control them afterwards," said Lynch.
From Barron's • Jun. 25, 2026
And you’ve only got 60 days from when you receive the notice to file a “request for reconsideration.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026
“Even if the boss of your tech company or app startup is wearing a hoodie,” she said, “show up in sweats before you’ve established a reputation for competence and you’re starting from a deficit.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026
“Logistically, it’s the easiest place for us to meet. Plus, you’ve always said it’s the perfect date destination.”
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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