they're
Americancontraction
Usage
See contraction.
Example Sentences
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A second argument by Mr. Hemani is that these precedents fail the Bruen test because they’re too far afield, really “a hodgepodge of dissimilar regulatory regimes, most of which have nothing to do with the ‘misuse of firearms.’”
Anyone could be an enemy or a lover — often, they’re both.
From Salon
They’re closer than friends, but not fused like enemies.
From Salon
With 28 games played now, they're looking at the table with 29 points on the board.
From BBC
Driven by battle plans, they’re top down, command and control.
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