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Example Sentences

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Raman is more likely than Bass to pick up the voters who chose community organizer Rae Huang, a leftist who, like Raman, is a DSA member.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

In Apple’s app, the customization is perfect: I pick which leagues and teams show up on a homepage and in my sidebar.

From Slate • Jun. 10, 2026

Once your prediction has been submitted you are unable to change it, so be sure to pick carefully.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Early September would be a good time, too, since trading tends to pick up after summer is over.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

“You can take the lumber when you go back to pick up your sister at school,” he remarked.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck