DUO 475 Flashcards
1 The individual is the fundamental element of a community.
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2 Any apartment will do as long as the rent is reasonable.
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3 The structure of brain is complicated.
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4 Under the circumstances, bankruptcy is inevitable.
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5 As the proverb goes,” The end justifies the means.”
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6 First of all, lean the formula by heart.
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7 The spectators were moved by her graceful performance.
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8 It is (high) time (that) you went to bed. Turn off the radio.
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9 Housewives may well complain about their daily routine.
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10 The theme of his essay was obscure.
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11 The canal connects the Atlantic with the Pacific.
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12 The artificial satellite was launched into orbit.
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13 One cannot emphasize too much the importance of welfare.
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14 The attendant is good at flattery.
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15 Violent crime spread into the suburbs.
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16 Sooner or later, the hostages will be released.
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17 These days, the motive for marriage is not necessarily pure.
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18 The naughty boy got lost and looked around.
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19 Nowadays, commuters take traffic jams for granted.
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20 My ex-boyfriend was brought up in Portugal.
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21 The specialist predicts international tension will build up.
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22 It goes without saying that the ideology is behind the times.
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23 The statesman barely coped with the intricate issue.
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24 He leaped over the shallow ditch.
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25 We estimated the losses as exactly as possible.
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26 His comment was concise and to the point.
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27 Between ourselves, the fat ugly witch is on a diet.
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28 How about going for a walk ? Why not ? I’d be glad to.
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29 The atomic bomb is a grave threat to mankind.
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30 Equality is guaranteed by the Constitution.
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31 The budget was narrowly approved by Congress.
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32 The obsolete regime is about to collapse.
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33 The initial symptoms of the disease are fever and sore throat.
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34 The questionnaires were distributed at random.
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35 The chairman rejected his absurd proposal.
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36 These data are anything but accurate.
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37 Fossil fuels are abundant in the vast continent.
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38 Military discipline is literally rigid.
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39 Stock investments do not always yield profit.
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40 The deficit has been diminishing little by little.
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41 The hypothesis is based on the thorough experiments.
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42 A humid climate is characteristic of the peninsula.
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43 His niece is attractive and mature for her age.
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44 His constant insults aroused my anger.
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45 The audience was impressed by his profound lecture.
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46 The passive man seldom, if ever, expresses himself.
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47 The province is rich in mineral resources.
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48 “Natto” smells awful, but tastes delicious.
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49 Human beings are emotional creatures, so to speak.
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50 The traitor was deprived of his citizenship.
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51 The candidate was disappointed at the outcome of the election.
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52 They say the landlord used to be well off.
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53 The representative was absent from the annual conference.
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54 The burglar is used to staying up late.
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55 His assistant examined the pile of papers over and over again.
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56 Our conversation was interrupted by his sneezes.
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57 This chart illustrates the function of the ozone layer.
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58 All of a sudden, the ban went up in flames.
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59 Everybody took a hostile attitude toward illegal aliens.
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60 The remedy will do you good overnight.
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61 The stout man got into a cab in haste.
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62 Why don’t you pull up and take a rest for a while?
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63 The patriot sticks to his moral principles.
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64 He has an extraordinary faculty for mathematics.
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65 We skipped his turn on purpose.
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66 Keep in mind that youth is not eternal.
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67 She poured her passion into her kids as much as she could.
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68 Get in touch with your agent right away.
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69 Scores of people gathered in front of the Royal Palace.
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70 We should have paid attention to the announcement.
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71 We ran out of gas at the way to the theater.
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72 By the way, do you have any spare batteries ?
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73 The minute particles hardly visible to the naked eye.
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74 His nephew was absorbed in the splendid fireworks.
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75 His son-in-law was transferred to an overseas branch.
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76 The volcano erupts at regular intervals.
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77 The ambulance broke down in the middle of the avenue.
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78 None of us could arrive at the harbor on time.
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79 He sacrificed his outstanding career to retain his dignity.
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80 The humble man is getting along with his neighbors.
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81 His expenses exceed his income by far.
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82 This medicine will cure your headache immediately.
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83 The castle was transformed into a marvelous museum.
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84 Many species of insects are on the verge of extinction.
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85 These tools are badly in need of repair.
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86 This metal is free from rust.
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87 I put my gloves on inside out by mistake.
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88 Take off your fur, and make yourself at home.
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89 The expert analyzed the statistics in detail.
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90 The perspective for the defense program is dismal.
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91 You ought to think over whether the premise is valid or not.
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92 Such a ridiculous superstition no longer exists.
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93 The detective took down his oral testimony on the spot.
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94 His relatives were convinced of his innocence.
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95 The more stubborn you are, the more isolated you become.
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96 The knight is not so much brave as reckless.
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97 The ladder was covered with mud.
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98 A number of people were plunged into distress by the news.
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99 The linguist is fluent in the queer dialect.
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100 A revised edition of the encyclopedia was published.
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101 The playwright cherishes the vivid memories of his childhood.
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102 The infant has been exposed to radioactive rays.
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103 Hunting game is forbidden in this tranquil woods.
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104 As usual, his thoughts were extremely academic.
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105 The residents were curious about other people’s business.
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106 At first, the trainees were awkward in his company.
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107 My sixty-year-old aunt inherited the huge estate.
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108 Her cheeks began to glow with shame.
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109 The cargo plane has vanished without trace in the Mediterranean.
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110 Eventually, the cruel man was sentenced to jail.
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111 My favorite pastime is strolling along the shore.
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112 The stream winds through the meadow.
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113 The negotiations stepped into a crucial phase.
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114 Permanent peace is nothing but an illusion.
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115 In spite of our congratulations, he frowned and turned away.
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116 The orphan wept with grief over his misfortune.
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117 That dispute has been settled once and for all.
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118 The shy boy blushed at her compliment.
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119 The aggressive man urged me to sign the contract.
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120 The expedition has postponed its departure to the Antarctic.
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121 From an objective viewpoint, his argument was far from rational.
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122 He is second to none when it comes to finding fault with others.
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123 Hold on tight, otherwise you’ll fall off.
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124 Because of the famine, the cattle starved to death.
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125 His thesis leaves nothing to be desired.
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126 The priceless china shattered into fragments.
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127 I would rather kill myself than reconcile myself to my fate.
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128 The bullet penetrated his chest.
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129 To tell the truth, the widow suffered from stomach cancer.
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130 The organization plays a positive role in preserving wildlife.
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131 He leaned against the pillar and gazed at the statue of liberty.
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132 No sooner had I sat back and relaxed than the phone rang.
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133 The wicked man is scared of heights.
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134 Be sure to fill out the registration form in person.
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135 My sponsor was willing to agree to my suggestion.
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136 The novelist is pretty popular among our generation.
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137 Dozen people were injured in the terrible accident.
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138 Confirm your reservation in advance.
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139 The clumsy man envied her unusual talent.
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140 The power plant supplies the remote county with electricity.
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141 Subway fares will be raised as of April lst, 1999.
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142 Nevertheless, the topic is worth discussing,
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143 Utilizing solar energy is vital for the future.
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144 How long does it take to get to Vienna on foot ? he inquired.
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145 The author translated the fairy tale into our mother tongue.
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146 Not a few people declined the invitation to the reception.
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147 The enemy’s attack ceased at dawn.
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148 The spokesman explained the contents of the treaty to the press.
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149 Her plain clothes were not appropriate for the occasion.
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150 Needless to say, the rescued refugees were longing for freedom.
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151 After decades of civil war, order was restored.
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152 His secretary denied leaking out the information.
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153 Our prospects for victory are excellent at the moment.
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154 The institution was established in the late 1960s.
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155 The decay of the shrine is due, in part, to acid rain.
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156 Put this stuff away at once, she yelled in a rage.
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157 He was too upset to distinguish vice from virtue.
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158 A couple of flights were delayed on account of the earthquake.
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159 Her charm is beyond description !the artist exclaimed.
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160 The professor is familiar with contemporary literature.
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161 Reporters don’t hesitate to intrude on one’s privacy.
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162 Efficient machinery replaced manual labor.
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163 The tragedy must be remembered so as not to be repeated.
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164 A skilled mechanic earns decent wages.
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165 The government undertook a drastic reform of Parliament.
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166 Above all, logic requires precise definitions.
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167 To begin with, the funds are not sufficient for running a grocery.
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168 The staff exchanged opinions in the meeting.
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169 Japan imports various raw materials from abroad.
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170 The freight was insured against all risks.
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171 The tourists were fascinated with the exquisite scenery.
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172 The following passage was quoted from a well-known fable.
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173 Despite adversity, the architect achieved worldwide fame
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174 His invention is superior to conventional equipment.
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175 The blind nurse devoted herself to caring for the elderly.
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176 The maid was dead tired of her household chores.
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177 The greedy man was by no means satisfied with the reward.
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178 The evidence corresponds to his previous statement.
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179 The vague rumor proved to be false.
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180 This chapter will focus on the riddles of the planet.
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181 The other day, something horrible happened in the busy square.
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182 Twins, as a rule, have a lot in common.
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183 All at once the bride burst into laughter.
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184 The generous dentist contributed some two billion N.T. to charity.
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185 Some developing countries are faced with financial crises.
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186 As it is, ordinary people cannot afford to possess such luxuries.
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187 The explosion reduced the facilities to ruins.
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188 The monarch is supposed to attend the funeral.
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189 I caught a glimpse of the phantom sitting behind the wheel.
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190 That very tune reminded me of my adolescence.
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191 The thermometer is an instrument for measuring temperature.
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192 My dad drops in on me from time to time.
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193 Consumption tax is added to the bill.
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194 The authorities managed to stabilize the currency.
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195 These parcels weigh two pounds on average.
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196 See (to it) that all the items are arranged in a row.
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197 His debt amounted to a considerable sum.
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198 So far no less than 100 people have died of the plague.
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199 The throng protested against racial discrimination.
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200 The colony has not declared independence as yet.
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201 White-collar workers are confronted with numerous hardships.
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202 The revolution, in itself, bore no fruit after all.
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203 The aristocrat clings, the glory of his past.
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204 My cousin is the last person to break his promise.
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205 The tissue of muscle consists of innumerable cells.
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206 Our surplus has swelled by nearly ten percent in this quarter.
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207 Unfortunately, few passengers survived the catastrophe.
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208 This substance is mostly composed of hydrogen and oxygen.
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209 That terrorist was to blame for the disaster.
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210 The grandma stooped down and picked up a needle and thread.
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211 The crew prepared for the voyage to outer space.
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212 Do you mind my borrowing your microscope ? No, not at all.
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213 We admired his wisdom, not to mention his courage.
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214 The anarchist is apt to lose temper.
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215 The guest was not ashamed of his silly conduct at all.
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216 On encountering the celebrity, the fans asked for his autograph.
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217 The bishop took pity on the desperate immigrants.
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218 The witness sympathized with the miserable criminal.
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219 His employer was sincerely grateful for his cooperation.
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220 The employees share the burden of toil.
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221 The thin man paused in the shade with his knees bent.
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222 He stared at the faithful miniature of the dinosaur.
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223 The rest of the personnel were fired without notice.
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224 The device is attached fast to the ceiling
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225 Before long, the ghost disappeared into a thick fog.
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226 The thief was reluctant to admit his guilt.
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227 The youngster resented being treated as a coward.
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228 Apparently, the shabby flat is vacant.
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229 The warehouse was empty except for a piece of furniture.
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230 Mom was at a loss about what to do with the mess.
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231 Refer to the instructions to fix the refrigerator.
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232 The capital of the state is right on the equator.
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233 The biologist concentrated on observing the phenomenon.
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234 The people on board thrust their way toward the rear exit.
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235 The weapons were concealed in the bottom of his baggage.
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236 The flood did a lot of harm to the crops.
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237 The peasant scattered the seeds of grain.
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238 The savage robbed me of my precious jewels and ran away.
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239 Her exotic perfume has a subtle scent.
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240 Thousands of people were deceived by the advertisement.
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241 Accessories were laid out on the shelf for sale.
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242 The clerk was dismissed on the grounds of her rude manners.
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243 The selfish man was despised by his colleagues.
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244 The farmer regretted having wasted some wheat.
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245 The carpenter was soaked with sweat.
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246 The carriage got out of control and ran over a pedestrian.
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247 A calamity was avoided by sheer luck.
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248 The vigorous man is engaged in diverse activities.
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249 Whales are classified as mammals.
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250 The soldiers headed for the frontier with caution.
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251 “Watch out for the trap ! “ he shouted.
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252 The hostess couldn’t possibly tolerate his arrogance.
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253 He never turns up without making a fuss.
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254 The yacht was at the mercy of the dreadful storm.
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255 The scar on his forebear is conspicuous.
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256 The dusty track descends to a valley.
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257 Keep away from the vertical cliffs.
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258 The leather jacket has worn out at the elbows.
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259 The textile is stiff and coarse.
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260 His notion was neither concrete nor abstract.
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261 Flies and mosquitoes interfered with his meditation.
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262 The Emperor prayed for the souls of the deceased.
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263 They pledged loyalty to the general.
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264 The site of the condominium is enclosed with stakes,
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265 The embassy is located next to the Supreme Court.
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266 The pirates had no choice but to surrender.
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267 The pioneers have overcome a series of obstacles.
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268 The servant gradually adjusted to his new surroundings.
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269 The newcomers cultivated the immense wilderness.
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270 The sacred ceremony was held in the magnificent temple.
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271 The leaned man worships his ancestors.
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272 The journalist was calm even in an emergency.
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273 The timid man trembled with fear.
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274 The businessman withdrew from the transaction.
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275 Fertile soil is indispensable for agriculture.
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276 I can assure you that honesty pays in the long run.
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277 I bet I can quit smoking from now on.
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278 The President is capable of handling the difficulties.
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279 Don’t disturb her.She is at work right now.
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280 Ethnic minorities struggle against prejudice and poverty.
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281 The cathedral dates back to the Middle Ages.
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282 They explored the desert in quest of buried treasure.
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283 Don’t confuse “dare” and “dear”.
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284 The steep path is the sole access to the border.
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285 I gave up keeping up with trends.
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286 We should adopt flexible tactics for the moment.
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287 The pupils are looking forward to the upcoming excursion.
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288 All you have to do is take advantage of this rare opportunity.
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289 He found a clue to solve the mysterious affair.
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290 The myth offers insights into the ancient civilization.
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291 His background parallels that of his predecessor.
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292 His portrait was mounted in the fancy frame.
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293 The sculptor belongs to the Renaissance school.
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294 The vessel was loaded with coal, lumber and so on.
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295 My tutor scolded me for my stupid behavior.
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296 The inhabitants are proud of their urban culture.
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297 It was his narrative that bored me to death.
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298 The devout Christian persists in his belief.
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299 You may as well forgive his sins.
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300 Her folks cannot help worrying about her wound.
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301 His noble deed deserves praise.
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302 Stir the mixture until it foams, then set it aside.
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303 This fluid can be substituted for glue.
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304 The homeless sought shelter from a shower.
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305 Believe it or not, a monster emerged from the cave.
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306 Come on, take it easy. Chances are in your favor.
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307 What if the scheme doesn’t work out.
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308 You had better consult an attorney beforehand.
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309 Suspending the trial is out of the question.
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310 His technique was absolutely amazing.
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311 The armed forces occupied the entire territory.
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312 The scientist insisted on proceeding with the research.
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313 This transparent liquid contains a sort of poison.
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314 The poet attempted to commit suicide in his study.
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315 The natives were not allowed to enter the district.
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316 The meal includes dessert as well as a beverage.
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317 It sounds as if genius compensates for lack of experience.
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318 The officer seemed to be afraid of their revenge.
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319 The dictator abused his privileges to his heart’s content.
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320 The mission took the direct route by air to the boundary.
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321 The ambassador is responsible for the assignment.
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322 The priest pretends to be solemn in public.
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323 Quite a few people couldn’t recognize him in that disguise.
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324 The cook was astonished at his incredible appetite.
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325 The bold man glanced at the gangster with hatred and contempt.
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326 Tiny blossoms have come out all over the river bank.
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327 No wonder she didn’t show up to see him off. They broke up.
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328 It’s impudent of you to make fun of adults.
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329 He claimed that the enormous property was at his disposal.
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330 Obviously, his companions were jealous of his wealth.
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331 It is no use quarreling with grown-ups.
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332 The slave was anxious to alter his destiny
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333 The monument was erected in honor of the eminent philosopher.
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334 His rival was discouraged by his triumph.
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335 The police are investigating the cause of the crash.
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336 The athlete was full of spirit and confidence.
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337 The guy was so childish that he couldn’t resist temptation.
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338 The association has excluded amateurs ever since its foundation.
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339 Diligence was the principal factor in his remarkable promotion.
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340 The senator remained neutral in the furious controversy.
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341 The summit talks are to be broadcast around the globe.
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342 The socialist was accompanied by a female interpreter.
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343 The allies defeated the evil empire in the fierce battle.
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344 Do not resort to the sword but appeal to reason.
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345 The communist submitted to his tough opponent at last.
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346 I’d like to have this fabric dyed.
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347 The troops refused to obey the command.
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348 The lazy man frequently neglects his duties.
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349 The spell of drought did severe damage to the harvest.
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350 The agitator is inclined to exaggerate trivial matters.
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351 His biography is quite true to life.
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352 The salesman learned to be punctual for appointments.
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353 The warrior was conscious of both his strength and his weakness.
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354 The rural area will be developed on a large scale.
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355 The patron appreciates genuine antiques.
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356 On the whole, the elite are not sensitive to criticism.
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357 The autocrat strove in vain to deal with the situation_
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358 The democrat endeavored to accomplish his aim by himself.
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359 His response was contrary to our expectations.
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360 My comrades encouraged me to fulfill my ambitions.
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361 Once in a while, the prophet indulges in fantasy.
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362 The rebel was ultimately captured and confined to prison.
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363 The cops are searching for the missing documents.
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364 The drunken man grasped my collar and swore at me.
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365 The naive man was utterly embarrassed in her presence.
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366 You must be deliberate in selecting a partner.
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367 The director boasted of his status.
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368 To my knowledge, this chemical will prevent germs from breeding.
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369 These specimens are divided into several categories.
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370 For instance. “delight” is the opposite “sorrow”.
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371 I hit on the terrific idea of cheating at cards by chance.
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372 His tasks range from digging wells to getting rid of garbage.
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373 The bright boy comprehended the concept of geometry.
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374 A man of vision will make good in the end.
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375 My acquaintance introduced me to his intimate fellows.
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376 The male ape is intelligent by nature.
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377 The sociologist has a habit of scratching his back.
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378 His ambiguous reply made her all the more irritated.
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379 The values of a society are reflected in its traditions.
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380 Moderate exercise stimulates the circulation of blood.
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381 Unfair tariffs are imposed on foreign products.
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382 Consumers in general prefer quantity to quality.
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383 Delivery service is available for a slight extra charge.
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384 These convenient goods will meet our customers’ demands.
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385 The governor decided to provide assistance for the victims.
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386 The mayor compromised on the subject to a certain extent.
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387 The unemployment rate will rise by degrees.
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388 The economist, by instinct, anticipated the current depression.
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389 The Prime Minister was obliged to resign from the Cabinet.
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390 The union has a dominant innocence on the conservative party.
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391 The scholar regards so-called compulsory education as useless.
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392 Actually, the present method has plenty of room for improvement.
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393 The critic considered every aspect of the complex problem.
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394 The superpower made significant progress in disarmament.
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395 The effects of the drug are intense but brief.
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396 The sovereign completely recovered from his illness.
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397 The policy is bound to drive the economy into further recession.
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398 That doctrine will no doubt lead to serious consequences.
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399 The lawyer recommended his client to take legal action.
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400 The judge was exhausted from the nervous strain.
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401 The surface of the object is fairly rough.
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402 We are concerned about the shortage of the commodities.
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403 Informed of their safety, the premier breathed a sigh of relief.
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404 He compared the imitation with the original.
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405 The noted diplomat readily participated in the committee.
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406 This course will help you master correct pronunciation.
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407 I am determined to spend my lifetime pursuing my ideals.
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408 To be frank, your remark has no relation to this debate.
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409 The prominent psychologist resembles my uncle in appearance.
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410 His latest works are on temporary display.
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411 The illiterate man was eager to increase his vocabulary.
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412 My grandpa was pleased with this drawing in particular
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413 The theory of evolution is beyond the reach of my imagination.
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414 Divorce tends to be associated with a negative image.
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415 In practice, ability counts for more than effort.
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416 The emigrants have endured physical and mental pain.
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417 The former is inferior to the latter in some respects.
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418 The odd custom is peculiar to the region.
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419 The primitive man was frightened at the sight of the beast.
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420 Teenagers must adapt to today’s harsh realities.
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421 The surgeon persuaded me to undergo an operation.
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422 Instead of relying on a pension, he resolved to apply for the job.
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423 The alert guard perceived a dim shape in the distance.
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424 To my surprise, the anthropologist was accused of murder.
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425 He can scarcely tell fact from fiction.
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426 Polite language, in a sense, spoils casual atmosphere.
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427 In most cases, modernization is identified with westernization.
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428 Thus, the tyrant succeeded in conquering the kingdom.
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429 The lonely patient derives pleasure from sewing.
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430 These legends should be handed down to our offspring.
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431 Unless Japan eliminates those barriers, the U.S will take sanctions.
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432 The Administration cannot but look for alternative sources of revenue.
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433 The destruction of tropical rain forest affects the environment.
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434 As for the standard of living, the republic has overtaken other developed countries.
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435 My physician advised me to refrain from alcohol for the time being.
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436 A recent survey revealed that the population density in the metropolis was decreasing.
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437 What’s wrong with you? Leave me alone. It’s none of your business.
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438 The ecologist warned us that petroleum was not merely a blessing but also a curse.
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439 A great many people were opposed to gene therapy in terms of ethics.
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440 In those days, the enterprise had a virtual monopoly over internal commerce.
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441 Thanks to the innovation, the maximum output of the factory has doubled.
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442 The merchant accumulated tremendous fortune during the postwar era.
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443 The vehicles are inspected for defects at least every three months.
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444 Not less than 10 people were arrested for being involved in the riot.
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445 The laboratory acquired a fabulous reputation for its historic discovery.
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446 The geographical features here are similar to those of our prefecture.
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447 The ingenious man received the prestigeous award for the first time.
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448 Volunteers collected donations for the benefit of the handicapped.
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449 According to the weather forecast, the typhoon is likely to approach the coast.
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450 In short, the purpose of the regulations was to protect domestic industries.
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451 The prosperity of a country depends more or less on its citizens.
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452 We concluded that mutual aid was essential for attaining the goal
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453 The bureaucrats maintain solid ties with the gigantic corporations.
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454 The official was suspected of accepting bribes from the construction companies.
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455 An overwhelming majority voted to abolish the brutal punishment.
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456 The rapid growth of the firm was attributed to its unique strategy.
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457 Many astronomers assume that the universe continues to expand forever.
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458 The figure indicates approximately two thirds of the freshmen are indifferent to politics.
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459 Technology has failed to ease the conflict between man and nature.
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460 The physicist was aware of the potential danger of nuclear fusion.
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461 The beggar fainted with hunger and fatigue, but came to after a while.
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462 The article on Buddhism revived my interest in Oriental religions.
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463 The municipal council all but ignored the gravity of the pollution.
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464 Trade friction might arise between the two nations at any moment.
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465 The millionaire intended to purchase the masterpiece regardless of cost.
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466 Since unexpected incidents occurred one after another, the exhibition was called off.
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467 Now that pessimism prevails, the executive will abandon the project.
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468 His cottage is neat and comfortable; moreover, it can accommodate as many as ten people.
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469 Strictly speaking, his view differs somewhat from that of his foes.
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470 To calculate the capacity, multiply the length by the width by the depth.
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471 The astronauts were greeted with cheers and applause of an enthusiastic crowd.
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472 The engineer demonstrated how to operate the sophisticated system.
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473 The politician didn’t bother to apologize for betraying our trust.
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474 The manager implied that a modest man was suitable for the position
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475 But for his steady support, my venture would have resulted in a failure.
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