they're
Americancontraction
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Example Sentences
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“I think most people don’t read books anymore because they’re too absorbed in all the other available media,” said Carlson.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
Another factor is that it will be tough to end tariffs when they’re bringing in big money for the federal government.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026
“This is your friendly global neighborhood multi-conglomerate telecommunications and broadcast company. They hold enormous power but they’re also clueless about where they’re going with it.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026
A CNN/SSRS poll found that just 33% of Republican and Republican-leaning voters younger than 45 say they’re extremely motivated to vote in the midterms, compared to a majority of older Republicans.
From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026
‘At least, we hope you are. Tonight they’re coming to meet you, to see if you’re suitable and to make arrangements.’
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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