leaches

"My grandmother taught me how to bake cookies when I was a child. "

"The doctor decided against bloodletting as a treatment for the patient's fever. "

"Hot water is percolating through the ground coffee, making a fresh pot. "

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

"The ingredients, like flour and sugar, are the main constituents of the cake batter. "

"The efficiency of the planning department is deplorable."

"The dictionary's definition of "optimistic" explains its meaning as a positive outlook. "

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

"The park bench had a triangular shape, perfect for two people to sit together. "

"My grandmother is a traditional, believing strongly in family values. "

"His lack of a high school diploma renders him unqualified for the job."

"A mirror reflects the light that shines on it."