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"The crafty carpenter built a beautiful and sturdy table using only hand tools. "

"The objectives of the project were never fully realized."

"I looked critically at the frayed carpet of the hotel room."

"What is your question?"

"The teacher explained the new math concept quickly. "

"My daughter's teacher is very kind and helpful. "

"The businesswoman made a shrewd investment by buying the property before anyone else realized its potential. "

"He is a student of life."

""The teacher noticed that Sarah hadn't completed her homework." "

"The student's answer contained several errors. "

"We need to bring the balance of power into equation"

"The hawk, circling high above the field, was discerning a small mouse hidden in the tall grass. "