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"The school's fundraising project aims to renovate the library in several stages. "

"The car bomb crippled five passers-by."

"He used his inheritance to fund his gambling addiction."

"The accident completely disabled the athlete, taking away his ability to run. "

"The athlete stretched her tendons carefully before practicing her jumps. "

"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."

"The police officer was incapacitated by a blow to the head."

"The carpenter carefully cutting the wood with a sharp knife. "

"After suffering diahrroea, the patient was restricted to a diet of rice, cold meat, and yoghurt."

"He returned from war a cripple."

"The school's student council is a company of dedicated students who organize events. "

"The athlete felt a sharp pain in his hamstring after sprinting, suggesting a possible muscle strain. "