Sentence examples for OR from inspiring English sources

"or" is correct and usable in written English
You use it to show that there is a choice between the two options that you are stating. For example, "We can go for a walk or take the bus."

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OR

noun

The gold or yellow tincture on a coat of arms.

  • 1909, The metals are gold and silver, these being termed "or" and "argent". Arthur Charles Fox-Davies, A Complete Guide to Heraldry

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Or something.

"How often, or on what system, the Thought Police plugged in on any individual wire was guesswork.

"We're ready to be led — not as Democrats or Republicans, but as Americans.

Or both.

Or all three.

Or is it?

"Although the investigation is in its early stages, we will take action to protect the public if we uncover evidence that could affect the safety of other rides at the park or elsewhere".

"For customers intending to start or finish their journey at King's Cross, consideration should be given to deferring travel plans to either Sunday or Monday.

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Or so it would seem.

His own good, either physical or moral, is not a sufficient warrant".

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