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"Maria knew she needed to buy sanitary pads because her menstruation was due to start soon. "

"The outside of the school building was painted a bright yellow. "

"My daughter's teacher is very kind and helpful. "

"After a long discussion, the committee finally settled the date for the school picnic. "

"The meeting will commence at 10:00 AM. "

"Pit row was abuzz with activity."

"Suddenly, the heavens opened and we all got drenched."

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

"a horse that startles easily"

"The old cannon backfired, sending smoke and debris towards the crowd instead of the target. "

"The loud clap of thunder was a startling. "

"The new initiate in the chess club was eager to learn the rules. "