Sentence examples for lapsed and from inspiring English sources

Then they lapsed and so we all did.

The bailout program had lapsed, and the offered terms were no longer on offer.

GM argues that the terms of the agreement have lapsed and is threatening court action.

They told her that it had lapsed and that she would have to take another test.

Then the old vending law lapsed, and it was open season in Times Square.

The chore had quickly lapsed, and usually Martin awoke to a hungry, half-naked Lester, waiting for his help.

The Sinai was returned on time; the talks about the Palestinians lapsed, and the rest is history.

In the mid-'80s, Mr. Burnett's term as chairman lapsed, and the Senate failed to act on reconfirming him.

As she began to tell of the arrest and deportation, her English lapsed and her French sped up.

The courage and commitment lapsed, and now comedy is an easier business of attitude and apolitical indifference.

Later the title lapsed and was revived as a rare honour normally conferred only in time of war.