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"The children played in the driveway before school. "

"After the mechanic fixed the engine, the old car was finally driveable again. "

"Joint NATO maneuvers are as much an exercise in diplomacy as in tactics and logistics."

"Asphalt, composed of oil and sand, is a widely used material for roads."

"The children played hopscotch during recess at school. "

"The clearance of the school hallway took only a few minutes. "

"Go easy on him: he is but a child."

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"The school's playground was a favorite spot for the children after their classes. "

"The power plant burned bituminous, producing electricity for the city. "

"The school's new parking lot was paved with tarmacadam, providing a smooth surface for the cars. "

"The construction crew is surfacing the road with asphalt. "