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"The loud music was a distraction during my homework. "

"My grandmother's recent ailment required a visit to the doctor. "

""In the sentence 'Someone left a note,' the word 'someone' is an indefinite, because we don't know who left the note." "

"The constant noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate on my homework. "

"The strong winds troubled the still water in the lake, creating ripples. "

"The soft, cool sensation of the rain on my face was refreshing after the long walk home from school. "

"The farmers harvested the corn in the fall. "

"Seaweed clung to the anchor."

"The interrogative "who" is often used in classroom discussions to encourage student participation. "

"Construction is underway on the new bridge."

"Whenever will I find time to finish that jigsaw?"

"He was in trouble when the rain started."