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He was talking complete drivel.
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1. He scowled furiously (at her). 2. He scowled at me from behind his paper.
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He twisted his ankle and came limping home.
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He used devious methods to get what he wanted.
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1. I still shudder at the thought of the risks we took. 2. She shuddered at the thought of having to meet him again.
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verb - Go to sleep now," she murmured. / noun - 1. the murmur of the sea. 2. There was a low murmur among the crowd.
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1. The habit of punctuality was instilled into me early in life. 2. He's a coach with great skill at instilling confidence in/into his players.
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He muttered something about the restaurant being too expensive.
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She looked faintly surprised.
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1. The room was adorned with flowers. 2. Their house is adorned with beautiful antique ornaments.
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1. The car veered across the road to avoid hitting a small boy. 2. The car veered off the road and hit a tree.
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1. He stood outside the door eavesdropping on their conversation. 2. The child eavesdropped on her parents’ discussion.
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1. He pondered what might have happened if he hadn't gone home. 2. He pondered (on) the suggestion.
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1. Precisely what do you mean? 2. He spoke very precisely.
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