[Q]: M: Well, sometimes it takes a while for the post office to deliver it. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: Why haven't we received any newspapers yet?

[Q]: M: Yes, indeed, I'd considered going to New York or Boston. But I've never regretted my decision. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: Are you glad that you came to Washington?

[Q]: W: Well, I haven't decided yet. What are you going to order? M: I think I'll have the roast chicken. They really make it well here. W: I had roast chicken yesterday when I ate out with Shelly. M: Their beef steak is good, too. You can have it served with beans and mushrooms. W: But I'm not that hungry. Is the fried fish or the seafood salad good? M: Never had them before. Maybe if you get the steak, we could share. W: That sounds like a good idea. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: M: I've been here many times. There are quite a lot of delicious dishes to choose from. What are you thinking of ordering?

[Q]: Woman: Have you ever heard about house-sitting? Tom is going to house sit for Mary's family this summer when they travel to China. Man: What exactly is house-sitting? Woman: It's kind of like baby-sitting except that you're watching a house instead of kids. Man: It sounds too good to be true. But I guess it won't be that simple. Anyhow, I'd like to have a try. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]:
Man: I'm not sure if I can find work this summer. There aren't many jobs out there for inexperienced workers, and I can't just sit around all day.