Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hanging in
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Over the weekend, business leaders offered a mix of responses after federal agents shot Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, revealing yet again how one of America’s most powerful cohorts is — publicly, at least — carrying on with business as usual.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026 -
No redemptive speechifying or cathartic waterworks here, just life carrying on with a slightly heavier tread.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
26 Jan. 2026
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Musselman and his staff were high on both early on – seems like others are getting on board with their evaluation.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2026
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But simply getting on the long list far exceeded Alexan’s expectations.—
Jeff Banowetz,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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So far, the cat crew is getting along well and exploring their new home.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
29 Dec. 2025
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However, when the students have difficulty getting along, a cheerleader named Addison (Meg Donnelly) and a zombie named Zed (Milo Manheim) team up to unite them.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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Thinking about making out more and disco-ing all night long this year?—
Margaux Anbouba,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2026
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These are songs seeking soul, soul mate, maker, making out and mercy.—
Daniela Avila,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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Magallan said that most day care and child care providers are just getting by.—
David Ingram,
NBC news,
4 Jan. 2026
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For many, that’s the difference between getting by and falling behind.—
Kam Shenai,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Jan. 2026
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But this was largely attributed to buyers holding out for better prices that may yet follow and the overall market remains resilient.—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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So, there may be an opportunity here for buyers who were holding out for improved rates and terms.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
20 Jan. 2026
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It can also be used as a bench, bearing up to 355 pounds.—
Caitlyn Martyn
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FOXNews.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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Grid bottlenecks hamper Indian renewables growth India’s energy grid isn’t keeping up with a surge in clean power.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
11 Nov. 2025
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Plus, keeping up with maintenance is the best way to preserve your investment.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
29 Oct. 2025
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