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I decided to learn to speak Chinese instead of French because the 
Here's how I want to continue it: Chinese language is more useful in international business.

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Megan planned to pass her pencil over to Natalie shortly, as 
Here's how I want to continue it: Natalie was just about to start her writing.

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Jeffrey's pets have been plagued with illness. Joel's have not. 
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Joel 's pet food is fresh.