minces

"The marketing campaign sophisticated the image of the product, making it seem more exclusive than it really was. "

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

"The student's affectation of profound knowledge about literature was clearly a disguise for her lack of reading. "

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

"To explain a chapter of the Bible."

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

"The feeling is difficult to describe, but not unpleasant."

"His sudden appearance surprised me."

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

"The teacher's disapproval of the student's cheating was clear in her stern voice. "

"The presentation about the new school rules was very clear and easy to understand. "

"The politician spoke at the school assembly about the importance of community involvement. "