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"The publication of the school newsletter was delayed due to technical issues. "

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"He is an avid collector of nineteenth-century postage stamps."

"Understanding economics helps us understand how our family manages its budget each month. "

"My favorite position in the classroom is near the window. "

"The student's excellent performance on the math test showed they had surpassed their previous scores. "

"This flow chart represents the assignment of tasks in our committee."

"The complete survey was handed in to the teacher. "

"The increasing number of empty desks witnessed a decline in school enrollment. "

"Cultural genocide precedes physical genocide."

"My grandfather helped me with my math homework. "

"The frequent occurrence of noisy construction near my house has made it hard to concentrate on my studies. "