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Would you like to walk instead of taking the bus?

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Jogging is a good exercise.

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Apologizing seems like the right response.

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John enjoys grilling steaks.

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His favorite activity is reading.

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Peter is an expert in organizing meetings and conferences.

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• Subjective compliment

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His friend, John, lives next door.

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I surprised them by visiting New York.

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I am extremely happy.

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My cat's favorite activity is sleeping.

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• Subjective compliment