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"Her confidence in her ability to speak French helped her to participate more in class discussions. "

"The teacher's words about the students' struggles being a "storm brewing" were a metaphorical description of their frustration. "

"The protective helmet was essential for the construction worker. "

""Ponder the fact that God has made you a gardener, to root out vice and to plant virtue." — St. Catherine of Siena"

"He listened carefully to his mother's concerns, feeling sorrowful about her disappointment. "

"A beautiful butterfly fluttered around the garden flowers. "

"The thick curtains were shielding the room from the bright morning sun. "

"The gardener cocooned the delicate seedling in a small, clear plastic bag to protect it from the frost. "

"The caterpillar will soon metamorphose into a beautiful butterfly. "

"The student withdrew their hand from the hot pan. "

"The presentation about the new school rules was very clear and easy to understand. "

"The dinghy was overwhelmed by the great wave."