context: How to speak norwegian
Learn basic norwegian pronunciation.
In addition to having three letters not used by the english alphabet, norwegian has several vowel, consonant, and dipthong sounds not used in english. Norwegian pronunciation is largely phonetic-words are pronounced like they are spelled-but there are exceptions and words that will be unfamiliar to english speakers.

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- Check the pronunciation of common spellings in norwegian. Many of the common spellings will not end in the correct pronunciation when compared to spellings like " quesigre, " " strange " or " rom.
- If you're planning to travel to norway, look into the regional dialect spoken in the area you're visiting. Regional dialect and pronunciation vary slightly, and you should practice the pronunciation used in the dialect region you'll be visiting.
- Follow along with appropriate misspelled names whenever possible. In norwegian, " ing " is pronounced like an " o "-but it is pronounced as a " p " rather than a " j " (these may be more pronounced).
- Knowing how to pronounce norwegian enables you to start from scratch with a simple phrase such as "' mon quern'. " Pay close attention to the meaning of any new words you become familiar with.
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next sentence for the context: If you're planning to travel to norway, look into the regional dialect spoken in the area you're visiting. Regional dialect and pronunciation vary slightly, and you should practice the pronunciation used in the dialect region you'll be visiting.

context: How to make grilled artichokes
Bring to a boil one large pot of water (enough to contain all artichokes).
Proceed through step 8 while water is boiling.
Squeeze one lemon quarter in boiling pot to prevent browning.

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- Add a pinch of salt and sugar to the pot of boiling water to retain flavor. Chop artichoke stems to extend only about 1/2 " (13 mm) from the base.
- Turn off the heat and strain the liquid through a strainer. Drain the water and transfer the artichokes to a bowl.
- Now add lemon juice as indicated below (this applies for both with and without lemon). Cook from a temperature at a small volume of 180 degrees (about 130 degrees c).
- Slice the garlic and place the chopped garlic cloves in garlic jar. Place in the boiling water according to package directions on package label.
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next sentence for the context: Add a pinch of salt and sugar to the pot of boiling water to retain flavor. Chop artichoke stems to extend only about 1/2 " (13 mm) from the base.

context: How to give feedback
Wait to give feedback until you aren't feeling angry, excited or overwhelmed.
Emotions can cloud good judgment, so give it a day or a week before you express yourself.
Consider your intentions before you give feedback.

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- Don't write down what comes to mind as " my opinion. " Express yourself and how you feel when you receive feedback.
- This may include judgment making and criticizing. You may realize later that you're using your emotions as an excuse to not respond to hard criticism.
- You shouldn't think the best of anyone. And it's rude to give up control simply because other people want to take it, even if it's not in your best interest.
- If it comes from a place of jealousy, resentment or boastfulness, your feedback is unlikely to be helpful or constructive. You may make a situation worse by speaking out.
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next sentence for the context: If it comes from a place of jealousy, resentment or boastfulness, your feedback is unlikely to be helpful or constructive. You may make a situation worse by speaking out.

context: How to sew a horseshoe shaped pillow
Gather the supplies (see " things you need " section below).
The items needed can be found at quality craft stores or craft sections of large variety stores.
Take the fabric, and fold it in half so that the right sides are together.

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- Tape one side of the fabric to the square side of the pillow to keep the two sides folded. Remove the velcro strips and sew 1 page of the fabric on top and 1 page of the fabric on the bottom.
- Do this so that the right sides are touching each other. Fold the open part of the fabric over so that the top edge points upward towards the bed.
- Draw the size of the pillow on the fabric using the fabric marker. You'll also need to add 1/4 " to only one bottom end of the horseshoe.
- Use a ruler to help you with the folding. Do not use your hands, as that will make folding too tricky.
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Draw the size of the pillow on the fabric using the fabric marker. You'll also need to add 1/4 " to only one bottom end of the horseshoe.