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"My knowledge of history helped me understand the current political situation better. "

"The court returned a sentence of guilt in the first charge, but innocence in the second."

"He does not even possess a working telephone."

"One way to encourage your employees to work harder is by giving them incentives."

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

"I think you should acquaint him with the realities of the situation."

"My grandmother uses the telephone to talk to her friends every week. "

"It was for her benefit.   His benefit was free beer."

"My grandmother believed in the supernatural; she claimed she saw a ghost in her kitchen. "

"The school's new addition includes a modern necessary. "

"The information about the project deadline resolved my uncertainty; now I know what needs to be completed. "

"My ownership of the bicycle means I am responsible for its upkeep and safety. "