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"He is a student of life."

"He is an avid collector of nineteenth-century postage stamps."

"Only a small fraction of the students passed the difficult math test. "

"Our neighborhood was our only reason to exchange hollow greetings."

"His rage only increased when I told him of the lost money."

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

"I brush my teeth regularly to prevent them from turning yellow."

"My comprehension of the math lesson was excellent; I understood all the concepts. "

"The teacher patiently explained the math problem, and the students were able to understand the steps involved. "

"The storm clouds were darkening the sky, making it look like evening even though it was only 3 PM. "

"The explanation was long and drawn-out."

"The absorption of new information during the lecture was crucial for passing the exam. "