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derive detect direct enrich exceed evolve refine
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1. His job is mainly to control the activities of everyone in the company with a view to making
optimum use of the workforce. direct
2. We normally suppose that most people nowadays have a computer at home. ........................
3. Shakespeare said that some people achieve greatness, while others have it thrust upon them.
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4. Did you notice a hint of pessimism in her report? .....................................................
5. He was asked to disclose government secrets in exchange for money.
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6. If you want people to take you seriously, you should state firmly your reasons for change.
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7. Antibodies help our bodies to fight infection. .....................................................
8. Several attempts were made to improve the system. .....................................................
9. Computer software will continue to develop in response to users' needs...............................
10. They asked us to give our thanks and best wishes to the chairman.
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11. The two countries have often tried to resolve their differences, but to little effect.
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12. It took him some time to tell the story, and it was late when he eventually finished.
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13. The department was asked to propose some ideas for increasing student enrollment.
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14. A revolutionary new scientific method may soon help to alter people's physical
appearance without the need for surgery. .....................................................
15. His explanation seemed to confuse most people. .....................................................
16. Would you reply to his question as briefly as possible? .....................................................
17. The device is able to confirm whether a banknote is genuine or a forgery by analyzing
the paper and print quality. .....................................................
18. Some plants, such as beans, benefit the soil in which they are planted.
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19. The rules are designed to eliminate obstacles that may discourage investors.
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