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"His constant complaining about the weather was irritating everyone at the picnic. "

"My knowledge of history helped me understand the current political situation better. "

"He prepared to fight his adversary."

"After winning the spelling bee, Sarah tried not to be obvious, but she was clearly gloating over her friend's defeat. "

"He was conspicuous by his absence."

"The superior in our department handled the challenging project with ease. "

"It was my fortune, or misfortune, to be called to the office of Chief Executive without any previous political training. - Ulysses S. Grant"

"The teacher's malevolent stare made the student feel very uncomfortable. "

"My sometimes neighbor, a retired teacher, still visits the school occasionally. "

"My mother's instance that I finish my homework before dinner was quite strong. "

"He remembered with pleasure his home and family."

"After studying hard for the exam, the student felt a great satisfaction. "