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"He took a few cautious steps toward the cave."

"I became conditioned to the absence of seasons in San Diego."

"He forgot that the frying pan was hot and burned his hand."

"The dog turned sharply to chase a squirrel. "

"Do you want to come with?"

"My brother is very stingy with his snacks; he only shares a tiny piece with me. "

"My request for a pay rise was refused."

"That tightwad would drive ten miles to save a few cents on gas."

"The application form was excessively complicated."

"Old Mr. Peterson was known as a miser because he never bought new clothes and always ate the cheapest food, even though he was very wealthy. "

"My grandfather helped me with my math homework. "

"The government uses money to pay teachers' salaries. "