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Example Sentences

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The decision had been taken by all the family.

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During the trial, the court heard how Richins, 35, had racked up millions of dollars in debt, had taken out life insurance policies on her husband, and was having an extramarital affair.

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Samples taken from treated tumors revealed how strongly the immune system responded.

From Science Daily

With the address she had taken note of during the second scam phone call, Rhonda decided to fly to England to seek answers.

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Asked if the schemes should now be fast-tracked because of rising fuel prices, she said "those are decisions to be taken across government".

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