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Given a text, write a compressed version of it in a single sentence.
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At times, adults tell children stories that carry important self-relevant lessons. For example, recently I listened in as a father and his 5-year-old son waited in the foyer of a synagogue for a Jewish New Year service to begin.
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At times, adults tell children stories that carry important self-relevant lessons. For example, I listened in as a father and his son waited for a Jewish New Year service.

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Hungerford stated that the goal of the conference was not to achieve unanimity regarding the recommendations, but to have significant and general agreement. He indicated the process would be to discuss the recommendations one by one, identifying any gaps or omissions and offering general comments.
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Hungerford stated that the goal of the conference was not to achieve unanimity regarding the recommendations. He indicated the process would be to discuss the recommendations one by one.

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One of the private lawyers offering her help Wednesday was Edwina Schleider, whose regular law practice involves representing landlords in similar matters.
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Edwina Schleider, a private landlord lawyer, offered help on Wednesday.