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"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."

"My favorite thing about school is the library. "

"I went to the park because the weather was nice. "

"My sister's nickname is "Lily," instead of her full name, Lillian. "

"Each person is unique, both mentally and physically."

"Can I try a little of that sauce?"

"Airplanes did not always exist as a form of transportation."

"Everyone in the class needs to bring their textbook to the first lecture. "

"My brother and I both attend the same high school. "

"There is no give in his dogmatic religious beliefs."

"I tried to rollerblade, but I couldn’t."

"They have been buddies since they were in school."