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"The workers armored the construction vehicle with steel plates to protect it from falling debris. "

"He jabbered incessantly and annoyed everyone."

"The seamstress carefully stitched the new school uniform for my daughter. "

"I had to pop that embarrassing pimple, it was huge and red and on the tip of my nose."

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

"His constant complaints provoked his mother. "

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

"We decorated the Christmas tree with tinsel and baubles."

"We celebrate Christmas with our family every year."

"The student felt a sharp pain in their arm, so they sought acupuncture treatment. "

"The sugar in the candy formed tiny, sparkling crystals. "

"He covered the baby with a blanket."