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"He is a student of life."

"During class today the professor delivered an interesting lecture."

"The army cashiered the soldier for insubordination. "

"She carried a sack of groceries in from her car and placed it on the kitchen table."

"The approach to the school was blocked by a fallen tree. "

"Waiter, please bring me a single malt whiskey."

"The scientific method is important in my school science class. "

"The teacher patiently explained the math problem, and the students were able to understand the steps involved. "

"The explanation was long and drawn-out."

"The cook attending the bonfire with kindling quickly warmed the chilly evening air. "

"She scanned the passage carefully but could not find what she was looking for."

"The estimate for the new school library project was $50,000. "