How to Use my in a Sentence

  • It was my fault that we lost the game.
  • My wife and I both love to dance.
  • I enjoy my job very much.
  • I always keep my promises.
  • When I woke up this morning, my head ached and my throat was sore.
  • My favorite TV show was on last night.
  • Dear Amy: My husband and I have been married for six years.
    Amy Dickinson, The Denver Post, 1 Jan. 2017
  • But for me, a great pastry has the ability to brighten my day, impress a group of friends or make someone feel loved.
    Danika Worthington, The Know, 28 Feb. 2017
  • The performance of this team has not lived up to my expectations or those of our fans, and that is truly disappointing.
    Mark Purdy, The Mercury News, 1 Jan. 2017

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