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"The travelers were warned to avoid the mountain pass because bandits often robbed people there. "

"The park rangers warned the hikers about the possibility of encountering bears on the trail. "

"John and I have been friends ever since we were roommates at college.   Trust is important between friends.   I used to find it hard to make friends when I was shy."

"He hides his magazines under the bed."

"The divers encountered a huge school of mackerel."

"What do you want to eat?  I want you to leave.  I never wanted to go back to live with my mother."

"The teacher's accost to the class was a friendly welcome. "

"The hikers ventured deep into the forest, hoping to find a hidden waterfall. "

"The robbers planned an ambush on the delivery truck as it left the warehouse. "

"The police used a wiretap to get an intercept of the suspect's phone call. "

"The bully's attack on the smaller child left him with a bruised arm. "

"The meeting ended unexpectedly early, leaving us with extra time before dinner. "