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1. We must abide by our promise.

2. Forests in India are abound with wild animals.
3. He is absorbed in reading some report.
4. Abstain from evil and do good.
5. The judge acceded to my request.
6. These terms are not acceptable to us.
7. He was accused of theft.
8. Try to be accurate in your predictions.
9. I am not accustomed to taking coffee.
10. Are you acquainted with her?
11. The judge acquitted him of theft.
12. Let us act on their advice.
13. The school is adjacent to the Post Office.
14. He was admitted to school last year.

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15. He had great affection for his mother.
16. The school is affiliated with the Board of Higher Studies.
17. The old woman is afflicted with a severe infection.
18. The rat is afraid of the cat.
19. The king agreed with the minister.
20. Do you agree with this proposal?
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21. She aims at becoming a writer.
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22. We alighted from the train.
23. This flat has been allotted to me.
24. The teacher was very angry with the student.
25. I am very angry about his misbehavior.
26. You will answer for your actions.
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27. There was an argument between two neighbors.

28. The moon does not shine with its own light.
29. The city is teeming with tourists in December.
30. When he was moving, he was attacked.
31. The snake moved through the grass.
32. The shopping complex was ablaze with colorful lights.
33. One has to account for one's actions.
34. I had to adjust to hostel life.
35. Are my conditions agreeable to you?
36. The narrow road runs through the hills.
37. The question is of much importance.
38. Worshipping the sun is prevalent among the tribes.
39. There is no information about his income in the report.
40. He saw a snake lying on his chair.
41. The cat ran up the wall.
42. All should abide by the law.
43. The leader is accused of inciting hatred.
44. He had a great admiration for the poet.
45. The old man sat by the fire.
46. She broke the mirror into many pieces.
47. He is very anxious about the examination result.
48. They apologized to you for their mistake.
49. We appealed to her for help.
50. He appealed against the judgment.
51. The villagers applied to the bank for a loan.
52. He was appointed to the post of vice-president.
53. I do not approve of your extravagant lifestyle.
54. The lawyer argued with the judge on the point.
55. The students arrived at the venue in time.
56. The king was ashamed of his unworthy sons.
57. The manager is associated with this firm.
58. We assure you of our help.

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59. Please attend to what I say.
60. She has only one servant at her disposal.
61. He is an authority on Literature.
62. Let us avail ourselves of this opportunity.
63. Are you aware of that case?
64. The dog barked at the stranger.
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65. The convict begged for mercy.
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66. The assembly began with prayers.
67. The next unit begins on page 50.
68. Do you believe in ghosts?
69. These books belong to Roger.
70. They are bent on creating trouble.
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71. Beware of imitations.

72. He was blamed for nothing.
73. She was blessed with a son.
74. Do not be blind to your faults.
75. She boasts of her riches.
76. The ship is bound for Japan.
77. She is busy with her sons.
78. He ate rice with curry.
79. The cat jumped onto the table.
80. The temperature was below zero.
81. A black cat was standing on the car.
82. He pushed the envelope under the door.
83. The pond abounds with fish.
84. I am accustomed to living a simple life.
85. The General admires the soldiers for their courage.
86. The boy slept in a tree.
87. It has been raining since last night.
88. His condition is deteriorating since yesterday.
89. The fire was still blazing on the hill.
90. When I came, my mother was standing at the gate.
91. The soldiers drove through the gate.
92. The judge absolved him of any blame.
93. Are you acquainted with those people?
94. She has adorned her room with colorful lights.
95. The crow flew onto her head.
96. It is six o'clock by my watch.
97. She has spent all her life in Chennai.
98. They called on him at his office.
99. She is capable of improvement.
100. He is very careful about his clothes.
101. Why shouldn't my mother care about me?
102. There is no cause for anxiety.

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103. What is the cause of this trouble?
104. Jaipur is celebrated for its old buildings.
105. The beggar was charged with theft.
106. Our examination commences on 5th March.
107. Please commit this number to memory.
108. We complained to him.
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109. Love is compared to a blind man.
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110. He competed against us for the scholarship.
111. The passenger complained to the station-master against a ticket-checker.
112. He complains of pain in the stomach every day.
113. Do you have any complaint against him?
114. I am sorry I cannot comply with such demands.
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115. He was condemned to death.

116. He is confident of success.
117. I was confined to bed with fever.
118. She congratulated me on my success.
119. This section consists of fifty students.
120. They are content with their lot.
121. We contributed fifty rupees to the fund.
122. Be courteous to others.
123. We always count on your help.
124. This medicine will cure you of malaria.
125. He lived in the apartment above us.
126. The baby was about to fall off the table.
127. I walked in front of the school gate.
128. He is abstaining from drinks.
129. The judge acquitted him of the murder charge.
130. The captain had an advantage over the other players.
131. The speaker spoke from morning till night.
132. There is nothing new in her plan.
133. Divided the bananas between the two children.
134. Take the old bridge across that river.
135. The purse is lying on the table.
136. He ran across the bridge.
137. These terms are not acceptable to us.
138. The secretary is adamant about changing the venue for the meeting.
139. It is to her advantage if she studies with you.
140. The cat ran down the road.
141. She left at our in the evening.
142. There is no substance to what he says.
143. The hospital has been named after Gandhiji.
144. The rabbit suddenly ran into the hole.
145. We deal in imported clothes.
146. Deal fairly with everyone.

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147. You can depend on me.
148. They were deprived of their freedom.
149. Everybody is desirous of going abroad.
150. He is devoid of any sense of responsibility.
151.
152.
Many people die of cancer.
Some people die of malnutrition.
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153. We differ from you on this point.
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154. Our plans are quite different from yours.
155. He took a dislike to me.
156. He devoted himself to studies.
157. The master dispensed with the services of his servant.
158. She was disgusted with it.
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159. He disposed of his old car.

160. My parents are doubtful about my success.
161. Let us do our duty for our country.
162. The teacher is displeased with me.
163. You are too eager for the results.
164. Tom is not eligible for this post.
165. He is endowed with a strong will.
166. I was enlisted in the army.
167. The scheme ended in failure.
168. They are engaged in business.
169. The hunter slept in a tree.
170. The teacher is always accessible to his pupils.
171. We had to adapt ourselves to city life.
172. The teacher advised him to change his school.
173. The stream flows under the bridge.
174. My mother has been away since Sunday.
175. The teacher has no control over her class.
176. The thief was leaning against the wall.
177. The ladder is standing against the tree.
178. Keep this book on the table.
179. The officer was killed in a train accident.
180. The beggar is addicted to drugs.
181. The school is affiliated with the State Board.
182. The cat jumped over the wall.
183. The train left at three in the afternoon.
184. The brothers are warned to desist from such activities.
185. The manager was disgusted with the trade unions.
186. There is a hill in our village.
187. The plane flew over the outskirts of the city.
188. He left the college of his own accord.
189. He is engaged to a rich girl.
190. She entrusted the box to the servant.

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191. He proved equal to the task.
192. The thief escaped from jail.
193. We take strong exception to his remarks.
194. We excluded him from our team.
195.
196.
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She had no excuse for remaining absent from work.
I entered into an agreement with the firm.
197. Our cricket team was exposed to criticism from all quarters.
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198. The servant is very faithful to his master.
199. I am familiar with his tricks.
200. Don't you have faith in me?
201. Delhi is famous for its monuments.
202. Silkworms feed on mulberry leaves.
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203. We fought for our Independence.

204. Please fill this tumbler with water.
205. You are not fit for the post.
206. He flew into a rage at her insulting words.
207. Children are fond of sweets.
208. Nobody is free from faults.
209. They furnished the library with books.
210. He has to feed the cow with grass, twice a day.
211. He is adept at managing crowds.
212. I am afraid of cockroaches.
213. The brothers live under the same roof.
214. The child rushed into my room yesterday.
215. He was afraid of telling the truth.
216. Do you have evidence against him?
217. He kept the bicycle against the wall.
218. She moved herself to the library.
219. The judge has acted in accordance with rules.
220. The hospital is adjacent to my house.
221. We are agitating for change.
222. He makes no pretensions to the wealth of his learning.
223. The terrorists lay in wait for the minister.
224. She chose this saree in preference to another.
225. The purchasing power of money has depreciated.
226. The front seats are reserved for special guests.
227. He is giving French lessons in exchange for English lessons.
228. The office staff were seated at the bottom of the long table.
229. Many Italian words are derived from Latin.
230. The army was altered to deal with the disorder in the city.
231. Get to the facts.
232. She cannot get along with him.
233. Our new teacher is gifted with a good voice.
234. Mohan is good at Mathematics.

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235. I shall be grateful to you for your help.
236. He is greedy for money.
237. We must guard ourselves against vices.
238. The judge found her guilty of murder.
239.
240.
I do not hanker for riches.
The child is hard of hearing.
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241. We heard about your success.
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242. Always be honest in your business.
243. Let us hope for the best.
244. We are hopeful of our success.
245. The natives are not hostile to outsiders.
246. Peter is the only heir to his father's estate.
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247. Ignorance of law is no excuse for breaking it.

248. She is ill with fever.
249. The child is impatient for milk.
250. The judge imposed a heavy fine on him.
251. You are impressed with her speech.
252. The teacher tried to impress good habits on him.
253. I am indebted to my friend for timely help.
254. This plastic chair is inferior to that wooden chair.
255. He appealed to the High court.
256. He was annoyed with her for wasting his time.
257. The students benefit from the new method of teaching.
258. We are bound by the school regulations.
259. We should care for the needy.
260. He has competed against the great athletes in India.
261. She has a craving for imported chocolates.
262. She was deceived into believing that she was safe.
263. His father died of a heart attack.
264. The land was divided between the two farmers.
265. The economic factors enter into the contract.
266. He was then faced with an immediate problem.
267. The magazine had a feature on la gore.
268. The mother is fussing over the daughter.
269. She is hanging in the central library waiting for her friend.
270. The tour costs around ten thousand rupees inclusive of the flight.
271. They insisted on our having dinner with them.
272. College students joined in the protest march.
273. We won the match against our competitors.
274. The Mughal Garden opens to the public in February.
275. The house is infested with pests.
276. Smoking is injurious to health.
277. I am inclined to give him leave.
278. Do not indulge in gossip.

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279. We are indebted to you for this favor.
280. Buddha inspired his followers with noble ideals.
281. The teacher is inquiring into the case.
282. We inquired of him about these matters.
283.
284.
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She insists on my staying in the village.
Are you interested in this course?
285. Hard work is indispensable for success.
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286. She never interfered with me in my work.
287. I invested a lot of money in business.
288. He introduced me to his friend.
289. I am very intimate with my elder sister.
290. Have you any influence over the principal?
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291. The teacher has no influence over his pupils.

292. Neighbors are jealous of one another.
293. They jeered at his failure.
294. Just let me jot down your address.
295. Our neighbors joined in the celebrations.
296. He jumped at the first offer of a job.
297. Never jump to hasty conclusions.
298. My brother is junior to you by one year.
299. We protested against the unjust treatment.
300. He just scraped through his examination.
301. He was unsatisfied with his results.
302. The teacher is answerable to the principal.
303. I applied for a job in the factory.
304. Beware of becoming too strict.
305. The points, in brief, are given below.
306. I walked fast to catch up with her.
307. New cars comply with emission reduction norms.
308. He has always been critical of your success.
309. Already their first production had been decided upon.
310. She could tell the difference between success and failure.
311. His attempt to surpass others was doomed to failure.
312. There is an examination for entrance into the college.
313. She failed in her attempt to meet me.
314. One can fight against corruption.
315. Crowds gaped at the film stars.
316. He had always hankered after owning a spacious house.
317. I am indebted to you for your assistance.
318. It is an instrument for measuring heat.
319. Hard work is the key to success.
320. Have you begun to key in the annual report?
321. Be kind to the poor.
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323. The woman knocked over a vase with her stick.
324. I know about their holiday plans.
325. I have some knowledge of English.
326. Always keep to the left.
327.
328.
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I could not keep up the pretenses any longer.
Try to keep the child's attention on the sweets.
329. The social workers labor for a just cause.
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330. He lacks experience.
331. The government is lax in implementing the new policy.
332. The meeting presided over the chairman ended in a draw.
333. There is an opening in our school.
334. She quarreled with her friends.
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335. He sighed with satisfaction.

336. We are used to dealing with such calamities.
337. He has an appointment with the chairman.
338. The Principal does not approve of old methods.
339. The bill for our dinner came to five hundred rupees.
340. He brooded over his past actions.
341. There was enough cause for rejoicing.
342. The book consists of ten chapters.
343. The public cried out against the high taxes.
344. He failed to make a decision on this issue.
345. The recent raid could make life difficult for criminals.
346. He was due for a promotion.
347. He is envious of my success.
348. They wish to remain faithful to their heritage.
349. She sometimes fights with her sister.
350. I get along well with my friends.
351. You are no match for him.
352. He met with many obstacles.
353. Let us not meddle in the affairs of others.
354. His motive for coming here is not known.
355. The country mourns for its dead.
356. The condition of the child moved her to tears.
357. Peter is married to Sam's younger sister.
358. I am in need of an honest advice.
359. There is an acute need for a fence around the garden.
360. He is negligent in his work.
361. She was negligent in her duties.
362. They have narrowed down on two candidates after the interview.
363. Good health is necessary for happiness.
364. It is not necessary for you to call the doctor immediately.
365. He is notorious for his rude behavior.
366. Always be obedient to your parents.

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367. I objected to his going out.
368. She is obliged to us.
369. She felt offended by his remarks.
370. We are open to suggestions.
371.
372.
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The teacher has a very high opinion of her.
Why should we be opposed to them?
373. The boss was offended by the typist at his insolence.
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374. His corrupt practices will be held against him.
375. Do not be negligent in your duties.
376. Our shop is not insured against fire.
377. The camels were laden with gold.
378. We should not meddle in official matters.
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379. Our rivers are overloaded with toxic waste.

380. My mother is recuperating from a serious illness.
381. The guard was out of sight.
382. She has a weakness for sweets.
383. Have pity on the poor.
384. He took pity on the poor.
385. A book was presented to him.
386. He was presented with a special award.
387. This news is very painful for my father.
388. The road is parallel to the railway.
389. She is polite in her behavior.
390. Pulp fiction is popular among Indian readers.
391. Let us pray to God for his safe return.
392. Poverty with an honest life is preferable to a dishonest life.
393. He pretends to be calm in distress.
394. We are proud of our school.
395. A woollen blanket protects you from the cold.
396. He proved false to his friends.
397. We must always provide for our family.
398. He was prohibited from entering the room.
399. Let us proceed with our work.
400. He is on duty at the school.
401. He had to dip into his savings.
402. He is estranged from his father.
403. Let us partake in the birthday cake.
404. I cannot part with my money.
405. You must participate in school activities.
406. The boy persists in telling lies.
407. We pine for what is not.
408. The principal presided over the meeting.
409. We prevailed upon them to go there.
410. She fell a prey to cancer.

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411. His wife has a passion for music.
412. Have pity on the poor.
413. He took pity on the poor.
414. A book was presented to him.
415.
416.
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He was presented with a special award.
This news is very painful for my father.
417. The road is parallel to the railway.
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418. She is polite in her behavior.
419. Pulp fiction is popular among Indian readers.
420. Let us pray to God for his safe return.
421. This custom is peculiar to this region.
422. She is polite in her behavior.
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423. Pulp fiction is popular among Indian readers.

424. Let us pray to God for his safe return.
425. Poverty with an honest life is preferable to a dishonest life.
426. He pretends to be calm in distress.
427. We are proud of our school.
428. A woollen blanket protects you from the cold.
429. He proved false to his friends.
430. We must always provide for our family.
431. He was prohibited from entering the room.
432. Let us proceed with our work.
433. The students protested against the new policy.
434. I have fallen out with my friends.
435. They fought over property.
436. I glanced at your letters this morning.
437. The school was abuzz with excitement.
438. I do not indulge in eating ice cream.
439. We interceded with him on behalf of the principal.
440. The culprit is still at large.
441. They mocked our players.
442. His article drew a parallel between India and China.
443. There was a reduction in school fees.
444. He never spoke of the team again.
445. He has been associated with foreigners.
446. She balanced the fund with earning.
447. He was blind with anger.
448. He was burning with rage.
449. He checked in at the hotel at six o'clock.
450. They are in contact with the police.
451. There was a curse on his house.
452. There is a great demand for fresh juice.
453. She was rather disappointed by his reaction.
454. He has qualified in the interview.

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455. Let us not quarrel with one another.
456. Peter is quick with figures.
457. She quoted many verses from the Gita.
458. Please recommend him to the manager for the post.
459.
460.
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She reconciled with her brother.
He has recovered from a serious illness.
461. He is reduced to tears.
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462. The case was referred to the Minister.
463. The leader was released from jail.
464. I have great regard for all the seniors.
465. The boy paid very little regard to the teacher's advice.
466. They rejoiced in their success.
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467. How are you related to my aunt?

468. The medicine relieved me of pain.
469. You may rely on us.
470. This drug is a sure remedy for typhoid.
471. Please remember to give your parents my regards.
472. He revenged himself on his enemies.
473. Who is responsible for this delay?
474. They have respect for our elders.
475. They are respectful to their elders.
476. The soldier was rewarded with the Vir Chakra for his bravery.
477. He ruled in the hearts of the masses.
478. They had to economize on the college expenses.
479. I hate being excluded from family discussions.
480. His face was familiar as a skeleton.
481. She was fishing for compliments.
482. Our decision went against the management policy.
483. What makes people hungry for power?
484. He is not inferior to his teammates.
485. She is not interested in music.
486. It is against the law to drink and drive.
487. The project is shelved at the moment.
488. He refused to partake in the feast.
489. We should refrain from judging others.
490. He had specialized in Computer engineering.
491. We are astonished at his generosity.
492. The dog is barking at the stranger.
493. The good result bodes well for the future.
494. Hearing the news, he burst into tears.
495. I am paid by cheque.
496. Workers should have control over production.
497. Our security is dependent on vigilance.
498. This shrine is sacred to many sects.

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499. Always be satisfied with your lot.
500. We saved her from drowning.
501. His parents searched for him everywhere.
502. The teacher sent for the monitor.
503.
504.
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The judge sentenced him to death.
This plant is very sensitive to touch.
505. They set out on a journey.
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506. He was shocked by the news of his son's death.
507. She was short of money towards the end of the month.
508. She is sick with her poverty.
509. The knife he has shown me was similar to this one.
510. The younger boy is slow in speech.
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511. His brother is slow in arithmetic.

512. We shall stand by our leaders.
513. She stared at him.
514. We shall stick to our post at all costs.
515. They were shocked by the news.
516. I have to submit to the orders of my senior colleague.
517. He succeeded in winning a prize.
518. The old man succumbed to his injuries.
519. This amount is not sufficient for the project.
520. He felt sure of success.
521. Food was supplied to the hungry.
522. The hungry were supplied with food.
523. The soldiers would not surrender to the enemy.
524. He was suspicious of all his employees.
525. We sympathize with her in her troubles.
526. We should have no sympathy for idle people.
527. We listened to his discourse on moral values.
528. Poor students are eligible for a scholarship.
529. There is no reason for leaving him behind.
530. I am fascinated by the number of books in the library.
531. All my books fit in my bag.
532. There is a curfew; we may have to go without classes for a week.
533. He was ignorant of her plans.
534. The area was infected with mosquitoes.
535. Do not interfere with the security procedures.
536. A good citizen always acts within the law.
537. They called me by name.
538. He is very partial to his friends.
539. Admission forms are issued on request.
540. He was under suspicion for irregular practices.
541. I shall attend to you now.
542. He begged for mercy.

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543. It boils down to the company making high profits.
544. The classroom buzzed with questions.
545. My cousins have a claim on our property.
546. You need to be conversant with our customs.
547.
548.
She has no taste for music.
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He took to drinking after his wife's death.
549. Let's talk about the matter.
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550. They talked about their plans.
551. We are very thankful to you for your help.
552. He is tired from the game.
553. We are tired of our exertions.
554. You must be true to your word.
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555. Trust in God.

556. She trembled with fear.
557. We have used up all the milk for tea.
558. Recycled waste is useful for many purposes.
559. This book is not useful to me.
560. The actress was vain about her pretty face.
561. Do not be vexed with me for coming late.
562. I am vexed at his silence.
563. He was a victim of his circumstances.
564. Peter and Tom vied with each other for the elocution prize.
565. All the servants waited on her.
566. A deputation waited on the Minister.
567. We warned her of the danger.
568. I like to dance to western music.
569. We are dependent on our parents.
570. We are disgusted with the situation.
571. She emigrated to Australia.
572. He was exempt from manual work.
573. Short skirts are out of fashion.
574. He became fluent in English.
575. I graduated from Delhi University.
576. He was very impatient with slow learners.
577. He has some influence over the police.
578. The police made an investigation into his death.
579. He is leaving Liverpool today.
580. I got nervous about crossing roads at night.
581. She has a passion for Indian music.
582. I will resign from the association.
583. He seems to thrive on controversy.
584. He should avail himself of the opportunity.
585. Do you believe in God?
586. She played the piano since her childhood.

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587. I shall call on the President tomorrow.
588. The actor's good performance won over his critics.
589. The king grew weary of his courtiers.
590. She is well-versed in household chores.
591.
592.
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He withdrew from the contest.
I was a witness to the bomb blast.
593. We wonder at their skill.
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594. She is worthy of praise.
595. The soldiers did not yield to the enemy.
596. He yearned for success all his life.
597. The reformer is full of zeal for his mission.
598. The young minister was zealous for improvement.
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599. Be zealous for a good cause.

600. The drain is clogged with plastic bags.
601. Your views do not correspond to reality.
602. Last night I was in danger of being robbed.
603. He was desperate for the prize.
604. Our cat has a dislike for our neighbor's dog.
605. The invitation was enclosed in my letter.
606. The teacher is experimenting with oats.
607. He was in favor of introducing astrology in the school.
608. I am fond of listening to music.
609. He grieved over the terrible tragedy.
610. There is a ban on smoking in public places.
611. Onions are used as an ingredient in salads.
612. Your opinion is irrelevant to the present situation.
613. She did not listen to her father's advice.
614. The birds were nibbling at the blueberries.
615. He did not pay for his stay in the hotel.
616. They have claimed responsibility for the explosions.
617. Now America is less tolerant of violence.
618. The doctor asked me about my health.
619. I belong to an organization called "ASHA."
620. He borrowed some money from a friend.
621. He is capable of doing better.
622. The farmer came out of the forest.
623. She counseled us about our future goals.
624. It never dawned on me that someone was following me.
625. Your argument is devoid of merit.
626. He distanced himself from the Association.
627. Do not indulge in gossip.
628. He is an expert at dealing with school problems.
629. We fear for the safety of our soldiers.
630. Her way of life is fraught with danger.

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631. The small number grew into a formidable group.
632. They were impressed by the performance.
633. The merchant inquired about his daughter's health.
634. She was irritated by my questions.
635.
636.
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You must not look down on the poor.
I have an objection to your going out at night.
637. He persisted in his inquiries.
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638. Let us revert now to the first point.
639. The District Magistrate was unavailable for the comment.
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