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  • He spent his time studying Spanish, working at the convenience store, and he jogged every afternoon.
    He spent his time studying Spanish, working at the convenience store, and jogging every afternoon.
  • Mary wanted to paint her office, to add some new draperies, and the carpet needs cleaning.
    Mary wanted to paint her office, to add some new draperies, and to clean the carpet.
  • TOEFL: The electronics technology program prepares students for employment in industries that involve the repair, fabrication, to install, and maintenance of electronic systems.
    The electronics technology program prepares students for employment in industries that involve the repair, fabrication, installation, ...
  • I want neither your sympathy nor do I want your pity.
    I want neither your sympathy nor your pity.
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  • She likes to listen to music and reading the latest novels.
    She likes to listen to music and to read the latest novels.
  • The apartment was filled with old newspapers, broken bottles, and the ashtrays were overflowing.
    The apartment was filled with old newspapers, broken bottles, and overflowing ashtrays.
  • It is easier to tell the truth than lying to people you love.
    It is easier to tell the truth than to lie to people you love.
  • TOEFL: Walking reduces depression and anxiety, lessens stress, self-esteem is raised, and increases energy.
    Walking reduces depression and anxiety, lessens stress, raises self-esteem, and increases energy.
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  • Spending the day with you is better than if we were apart.
    Spending the day with you is better than being apart.
  • The new house has a large porch, an eat-in kitchen, and the floors are carpeted.
    The new house has a large porch, an eat-in kitchen, and carpeted floors.
  • Managing your money well is to be prepared for the future.
    Managing your money well is preparing for the future.
  • When Friday rolls around, do you go to the mall or are you going to work?
    When Friday rolls around, do you go to the mall or to work?
  • The witness described the suspect as tall, light-skinned, and with a beard.
    The witness described the suspect as tall, light-skinned, and bearded.
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  • The dog was excited: running, barking, and he chased after the boys.
    The dog was excited: running, barking, and chasing after the boys.
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  • TOEFL: An emergency campfire not only providing warmth but also has a calming effect on some people.
    An emergency campfire not only provides warmth but also has a calming effect on some people.
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  • Last year, my brother dropped out of school, was looking for work, and needed a place to stay.
    Last year, my brother dropped out of school, looked for work, and needed a place to stay.
  • Brian disliked not only playing baseball but also to run long distances.
    Brian disliked not only playing baseball but also running long distances.
  • For her birthday, Marsha received a cake, some clothes, and she got a new cellphone.
    For her birthday, Marsha received a cake, some clothes, and a new cellphone.
  • Mary wanted to make sure she made her presentation creatively, effectively and persuaded others.
    Mary wanted to make sure she made her presentation creatively, effectively and persuasively.
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  • TOEFL: Garlic has been hailed for its ability to lower cholesterol, reducing the risk of cancer, boost immunity, and curb high pressure.
    Garlic has been hailed for its ability to lower cholesterol, reducing the risk of cancer, boost immunity, and curb high pressure.
  • My parents said to get a good education and not settle for less.
    My parents said to get a good education and not to settle for less.