you're
Americancontraction
Usage
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Example Sentences
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“You can be the world’s best weightlifter. You can have a low body-fat percentage. You can be killing it at work. Those things don’t predict how happy you’re going to be at 80.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
“It feels like you’re entering a Colosseum,” says Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez, who made 109 appearances for Mexico’s national team over his 20-year career.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Just turn it off if you’re actually watching the game.
From Slate • Jun. 10, 2026
"It's important to see the breadth of career opportunities so that you don't feel like you're locked into something and maybe you can find what really sparks your passion," she added.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
“Fine. But I’ll bet you that if this goes well, it could be the first of many regattas we host, and one way or another, you’re going to get in one.”
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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