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Because of cutbacks in council spending, plans for the swimming pool had to be shelved.

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The people interviewed for the survey were randomly selected.

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The painting is so beautiful that it took my breath___________

We are fed up ______ your perpetual moaning.

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She called me this morning at the office and we had a________________ chat.

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Enjoy one month free when you start your company on Rooster’s e-mail ------- Web hosting service

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Our factory in Manheim was upgraded last year, but the loading dock ------- needs work

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I’ll ___________ going to Scotland until you’re well enough to look after yourself again

- Laura: "I have got a couple of questions I would like to

- Maria: “ ..................   ”

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The shoes felt too tight, so I took _______ and tried a larger size

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In rural areas, the school is often one of the focal points for the _______ community

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The government is willing to lend _____________ to victims of the flooding

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Contact Ms. Meyer if you would like a hard copy of the budget analysis ------- during the president's presentation

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Music plays a crucial role in our live, therefore all too often it is taken for granted.

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------- account will be credited after we receive the returned merchandise

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Cornwall, __________ beaches and rocky coves attract tourists from the UK and abroad, is one area to consider for your new hotel

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____________ the ability to delay normal cognitive decline as we age, there are significant social benefits to lifelong learning

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''When are we leaving for the  concert?'' - Kyle:'' .............. ."

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The prime minister's proposal was immediately________________ as a back door tax increase

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Please put an ------ supply of premium snack items on the carts for the next flight

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Excessive amounts of lead in the air can decrease a child’s intelligence.