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"The octopus used its tentacles to grab a crab from the ocean floor. "

"Regular maintenance of the school's computers ensures they are always working properly. "

"The video game was much easier to play with the joystick than with the keyboard. "

"The camping club equipped their tent with sturdy stakes so it wouldn't blow away in the wind. "

"The teacher assigned additional homework for the weekend. "

"The new sports car was incredibly expensive, costing more than my entire year's savings. "

"The farmer made sure the pen was secure to protect the new mothers and their suckers from the cold night air. "

"My little brother loves the colorful fish in the aquarium. "

"The enemy had the advantage of a more elevated position."

"The salesman at the electronics store showed my dad several different laptops. "

"The student aggressively pursued the scholarship, attending every preparation session and studying late into the night. "

"Marriage is a contract."