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"How did you vote in (UK also: at) the last election?"

"The class squirmed and fidgeted in the uncomfortable new chairs."

"The teacher pointed out a particular detail in the math problem that several students missed. "

"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."

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

"the result of a course of action;  the result of a mathematical operation"

"The word "home" has a positive connotation for most people, suggesting comfort and safety. "

"Spies often disguise themselves."

"We had to sit in the dark because the electric was cut off."

"The loud clap of thunder was a startling. "

"The loud bang from the construction site gave me several startles throughout the morning. "

"The prankster in our class always hid the teacher's stapler. "