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"After hearing about her accident, everyone sent Maria their sympathies and wished her a speedy recovery. "

"The metal railing contracted slightly in the cold winter air. "

"Our neighborhood was our only reason to exchange hollow greetings."

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

"It was ungenerous of Mark to only donate five dollars to the charity after winning the lottery. "

"Attending all your classes is of great importance to your success in school. "

"Such things are insignificant details compared to the main goal."

"The dog's barking became increasingly louder throughout the night. "

"The teacher patiently explained the math problem, and the students were able to understand the steps involved. "

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

"The storekeepers in my town are always friendly and helpful to their customers. "

"The sudden silence during my presentation began to embarrass me, making me forget what I was going to say next. "