How to Use chapter and verse in a Sentence
chapter and verse
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The two men met and Pettifor got chapter and verse on the theft, or as much background as the source could give him.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 17 July 2026
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Able to cite chapter and verse from the Mayo Clinic reference guide and deeply research any disease, Sarah is also an ace at hands-on treatment.
—Allan Ripp, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
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Former Angels executives, however, can recite chapter and verse the difficulty of pleasing Moreno.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 30 July 2026
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The first book from the Black List’s 2024 foray into chapter and verse to score a deal, the debut novel from the author will hit shelves and sites on February 24, 2026.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2025
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Three Giants pitchers – Landen Roupp, JT Brubaker and Ryan Walker – wore the cap with a Bible chapter and verse written alongside the logo at the team’s June 12 game against the Chicago Cubs.
—Brieanna J. Frank, USA Today, 19 June 2026
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