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I received housing benefit when I was unemployed.

The company must reduce costs to compete …………… 

This price reduction is due to ………… among suppliers. 

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The related publications are far too numerous to list individually.

He was considered “the Man of the Match” because he had …….. three goals in that match. 

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She came to the meeting late on purpose so she would miss the introductory speech.

…….. anyone know where he’s now? 

Nobody ……….. to stay home on such a lovely summer day.

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The teacher gave some suggestions on what would come out for the examination.

Education is the best …………. for children’s future. 

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I didn’t think his the comments were very appropriate at the time.

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When being interviewed, you should concentrate on what the interviewer is saying or asking you.

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The use of lasers in surgery has become relatively commonplace in recent years.

There are 54 ………. minorities in Vietnam. 

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GCSE are not compulsory, but they are the most common qualifications taken by students.