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"His two-fingered gesture emphasized what he had told his boss to do with his job."

"Pit row was abuzz with activity."

"Discipline calls for a certain strictness."

"The government decided to raise taxes to fund new schools. "

"It’s a good thought, but it will be a difficult thing to implement."

"The dictionary's definition of "optimistic" explains its meaning as a positive outlook. "

"The draperies did little to keep out the light; rather, they were mainly there as adornment for the windows."

"This week's math test is featuring fractions, so make sure you study them carefully. "

"Maintaining good discipline in class is essential for learning. "

"The well-meaning but unskilled painter unadorned the living room wall with gloppy streaks of bright purple. "

"The simplicity of her instructions made the project easy to understand. "

"Participating in the school's debate club is an extracurricular activity. "