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Example Sentences

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Maintaining rules against some forms of so-called “character” or “propensity” evidence makes sense when the evidence doesn’t say much about the likelihood the defendant committed the crime at hand.

From Slate • Apr. 22, 2026

The Skomer team set out on a calm, clear evening with binoculars and notepad in hand to count every single puffin on land, in the sky and at sea.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

The Rockets on the other hand, went 22-23 during clutch moments, ranking 16th in the league.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

SpaceX aims to raise around $75 billion in its IPO and ended 2025 with $24.7 billion in cash on hand, Reuters has reported, citing excerpts of the company’s confidential registration filing.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

As I reached to accept them, Trey brought up his other hand, capturing the hollow shafts of the feathers and my hand between both of his own.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith