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Lawrence spent more on pet food every week than Joel although
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ANS: Joel had more pets in their home.

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Because Rachel lost the spelling bee and Samantha beat him,
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ANS: Rachel was jealous of the winner's trophy.

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My husband told me to use nutella instead of peanut butter to spread on his bread as the
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ANS: peanut butter has a bland taste.

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Jason found visiting the gym more soothing than Donald.
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Donald had always found working out as stress relief difficult.