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"Before her math test, Sarah practiced meditation to calm her nerves and improve her focus. "

"The court returned a sentence of guilt in the first charge, but innocence in the second."

"After carefully reasoned, Maria concluded that studying a little bit each day was more effective than cramming the night before the exam. "

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

"The store had many different dress separates for sale. "

"Her interest in ancient symbols led her to study the mysticism surrounding them. "

"He centered the heading of the document."

"The story concluded with a moral."

"My arguments for a later curfew were based on my good grades and responsible behavior. "

"My family has a different ideal for my future than I do. "

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

"My brother normally gets up early for school. "