Using Context Page 59

For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence. A sincere apology will often rectify a conflict or problem that was caused by a genuine mistake.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence. The citizens of that country are looking forward to peace and reconstruction, following several years of civil war and anarchy.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence. I am determined to set up this equipment by myself, and I will not let either my lack of experience or the confusing directions in the manual daunt me.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence. Racers have been known to hoodwink their vehicles in preparation for the slick pavement and curves in the road.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence. Many people think that cats and dogs are inanimate, but, in fact, they often get along well with each other and can even become good friends.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence.The game was far from over, but with a 15-point lead at the end of the first quarter, our team was off to an auspicious start.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence. Local officials evacuated the hillside cabins, fearing that the spreading wildfire might incinerate them.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence. The anonymous million-dollar donation to the university was an unexpected and much appreciated act of larceny.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence. The designers will examine the prototype of the new toy and decide whether it needs changes or is approved.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence. Diamonds are so pliant that they are used to make blades that can slice through steel, concrete, and other hard-to-cut materials.

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