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"The coffee concentrate was strong, so a little went a long way. "

"Growth was dampened by a softening of the global economy in 2001, but picked up in the subsequent years due to strong growth in China."

"I hope we can begin immediately."

"Maria is achieving excellent grades in her math class this semester. "

"The photographer captured beautiful pictures of the school's annual talent show. "

"The sudden increase in student absences is a noticeable phenomenon. "

"The violinist was a master of her instrument."

"The teacher pointed out a particular detail in the math problem that several students missed. "

"Please direct your attention to the following words."

"My brother is a programmer for a video game company. "

"The choir sang a beautiful hymn, magnifying God's love and grace. "

"to direct the affairs of a nation or the movements of an army"