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Replace the phrase in bold with a word of
similar meaning. |
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Grandma's sewing machine may be
old, but it is still capable of performing. |
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Both men pointed their guns at each
other and fired at the same time. |
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After the second World War, Japan
adopted a constitution that was strongly opposed to war and
conflict. |
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In an attempt to prolong the
existence of his rule, the tyrant abolished all elections. |
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John's crass comments increased
the severity of the already tense situation. |
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John plays the piano with quick
cleverness and skill. |
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Can you prove the truth of
your claim in a court of law ? |
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There was a lack of general
agreement among the major powers on the issue of nuclear
non-proliferation. |
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Official corruption had been
widespread and unchecked in the country for decades before
the revolution. |
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His colleagues find him
extremely unpleasant and offensive. |
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Answers |
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Grandma's sewing machine may be
old, but it is still functional. |
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Both men pointed their guns at each
other and fired simultaneously. |
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After the second World War, Japan
adopted a constitution that was
pacifist/pacifistic. |
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In an attempt to
perpetuate his rule, the
tyrant abolished all elections. |
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John's crass comments
exacerbated the already
tense situation. |
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John plays the piano with
dexterity. |
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Can you
substantiate your claim in a court of law ? |
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There was a lack of
consensus among the major
powers on the issue of nuclear non-proliferation. |
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Official corruption had been
rampant in the country for
decades before the revolution. |
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His colleagues find him
obnoxious. |