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In some countries, many old-aged parents like to live in a nursing home. They want to _____ independent lives.

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We decided not to travel, _____ the terrible weather forecast.

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The new supermarket is so much cheaper than the one in John Street. _____, they do free

home deliveries.

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Richard Byrd was ____ first person in history to fly over ____ North Pole.

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Ninety-seven percent of the world’s water are salt water found in the oceans.

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She is so attractive. Many boys run after her.

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As John _____ enjoyed doing research, he never could imagine himself pursuing other careers.

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_____ you happen to visit him, give him my best wishes.