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"He measured his success relatively, that is, competitively."

"My commitment to finishing my school project is strong; I plan to stay late at the library to complete it. "

"Pit row was abuzz with activity."

"The rough haircloth used for saddle blankets protected the horse's back from chafing. "

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

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

"The teacher is advocating for more funding for the school library. "

"The bank processed my check yesterday, so the money should be available now. "

"The environmentalist argued that the school's new location, near the polluted river, was harming the students' development. "

"My sister's healthy lifestyle includes jogging every morning and eating lots of fruits and vegetables. "

"The school's new policy focuses on environmental sustainability. "

"After breaking his neighbor's window, the boy showed genuine penitence by offering to pay for the repairs with his allowance. "