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"The application of this cream should reduce the swelling."

"The financial situation at home has improved since my uncle started his new job. "

"The students welcomed the new teacher with enthusiastic applause. "

"The court returned a sentence of guilt in the first charge, but innocence in the second."

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

"The students submitted a petition to the principal, asking for more recess time. "

"Our job advertisement attracted seven applicants."

"The school's fundraising committee planned a bake sale to raise money for new library books. "

"The student's admission to the university was a joyous occasion. "

"The petitioner requested a new trial by presenting a petition to the court outlining errors in the original proceedings. "

"The religious devoted much of their time to prayer and meditation. "

"My younger sister received a scholarship to attend the university. "