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Even though a duck may live on water, it stays dry ________ the oil on its feathers. The oil prevents the water from soaking through the feathers and reaching its skin.

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Recent campaigns have led to a dramatic increase in ________ of social issues.

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I used to advise them not to drink too much ________ while driving or riding and they kept telling me that they only drank a very small quantity.

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____________ painting, she is also skilled at sketching.

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Sarah left her umbrella at home. ____________ she got soaked in the rain.

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A range of social ________ and their bad effects were debated at the meeting.

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The government have just launched their annual Christmas ________ to stop drunken driving.

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In Britain, half of all violent ________ is committed by people who have been drinking alcohol.