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Most of his observations were wide of the mark

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The clerk refused to answer for the mistake made by the manager and his assistants

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The politicians have a number of peculiarities. The most conspicuous is the way he gesticulates when making a serious point

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In spite of the loud music, John soon managed to fall asleep