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"After 30 years of teaching, Mr. Smith's retirement was a significant event for the whole school. "

"The financial situation at home has improved since my uncle started his new job. "

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"Consider that we’ve had three major events and the year has hardly begun."

"My new citizenship in this country allows me to vote in elections. "

"The subway train is undergoing a tunnel underneath the city. "

"The seamstress used a sturdy between to create a precise, even stitch on the thick upholstery fabric. "

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

"The small island nation asserted its sovereignty by creating its own laws and controlling its own natural resources. "

"The company is retaining its best employees by offering them better salaries. "

"The detective carefully considered the implications of the suspect's alibi before making an arrest. "

"The new school year will cover a vast territory, from basic math to advanced science. "