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"The heavy rain was leaving puddles all over the playground. "

"The student conquered his fear of public speaking by practicing every day. "

"What is your thinking on this subject?"

"The children loved to play hide-and-seek among the clouds in the park, their laughter echoing around the massive rock formations. "

"The possessor of the winning lottery ticket was overjoyed. "

"I stopped at the traffic lights."

"The school's student council is a company of dedicated students who organize events. "

"After the argument, the children made a retreat to their rooms. "

"A former president;  the former East Germany"

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

"The student withdrew their hand from the hot pan. "

"The floodwaters receded, leaving mud in the streets. "