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"All participants must adhere to the rules of the competition."

"The early arrival of the bride created a stir."

"The divers encountered a huge school of mackerel."

"My sister got a new job at the bakery; it's a recent development. "

"The teacher explained the new math concept quickly. "

"The school community celebrated the end-of-year festival together. "

"The dancer's nervous muscles tensed before her performance. "

"John and I have been friends ever since we were roommates at college.   Trust is important between friends.   I used to find it hard to make friends when I was shy."

"As a neophyte coder, she often asked for help from the more experienced programmers. "

"Can I try a little of that sauce?"

"Pit row was abuzz with activity."

"a recently published book"