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He began to puff at his pipe, no doubt arranging his opinion in his mind. Tiresome old fool! When we knew him first he used to be rather interesting, talking of faints and worms; but I soon grew tired of him and his endless stories about the distillery. “I have my own theory about it,” he said. “I think it was one of those ... peculiar cases...But it’s hard to say....”

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The local farmer's market, where individuals sell their own goods and produce, is only open on Fridays and Saturdays.

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Bronson attended but was expelled from Oberlin - for reasons he considers invalid - but got back on track and graduated from Ohio State.

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Full context: Bears have learned to live amongst humans, due to adaptations because of changes in their environment. They can be a danger to humans when they move into residential communities searching for food and shelter.

Ellipses: Bears have learned to live amongst humans...They can be a danger when they move into residential communities...

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Stuntmen and women are an important part of action movies and television shows. They put their lives at risk for the viewers’ entertainment. Their jobs are very dangerous and can lead to injuries or even fatalities.

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Two phytochemicals in ginger, gingerol and shogaol, are seen as helpful for reducing nausea and improving digestion.

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As an author, Lauren draws on her experience as an avid hiker, rock climber, kayaker, and backpacker as she paints vivid pictures of outdoor scenes for her readers.

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Susan applied to colleges across the country to study economics but decided to stay in-state and attend college locally.

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Jennifer applied to jobs all over the country but ultimately decided to accept a job offer from a company that is located in her hometown.

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I was warned by Mrs. Jacobs, the 8th-grade Geography teacher, not to be late to class.

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