I can't think with that noise, she said as she stared at the typewriter.

Her mother has been sick since last Thursday.

Poverty drove him to steal.

I wonder if it will clear up tomorrow.

The party leader rattled on at great length about future policies.

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They established settlements in Africa.

She soon adjusted to his way of life.

He took delight in talking with friends.

He glanced at her with no sign of recognition.