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By comparison, this hotel is much quieter and cleaner.

The teacher asked for a comparison of the two stories.

This phone is expensive in comparison with the older model.

The doctor made a comparison of my health results last year.

In comparison, my sister's new apartment feels much bigger.

Patience is an important characteristic of a good teacher.

One characteristic of this phone is its long battery life.

The main characteristic of this bread is its soft texture.

The hotel has several characteristic features of traditional local houses.

Her characteristic laugh made everyone recognize her at the party.

You need a driver's license to drive a car legally.

She renewed her license at the government office yesterday.

The restaurant lost its license to sell alcohol.

The school licensed the company to use its online course.

The doctor licensed him to practice medicine in the country.

You can rely on Maria to help you with your homework.

We rely on our phones to find new places when traveling.

The restaurant relies on fresh vegetables from local farmers.

Many families rely on buses to get to work every day.

She relied on her doctor for advice about her health.

The narrow street was crowded with cars and people.

This narrow shelf is perfect for my small bathroom.

The path narrows near the top of the mountain.

She narrowed her eyes in the bright sunlight.

The doctor said there was a narrowing of the artery.

She worked hard and succeeded in passing her driving test.

Our team succeeded in finding a cheap hotel near the beach.

He succeeded because his friends helped him practice every day.

The shop succeeded after offering fresh food and friendly service.

The treatment succeeded, and the patient soon felt much better.

Please show your identity card at the airport security desk.

The police are checking the identity of the missing man.

She lost her identity documents while traveling in Spain.

The school helps teenagers develop a strong sense of identity.

The restaurant has a clear identity, with local food and friendly service.

She sat at her desk and answered several emails.

Please leave the report on my desk.

The students returned to their desks after lunch.

I bought a small desk for my bedroom.

The hotel desk called a taxi for us.

You need a permit to park here overnight.

The school does not permit students to use phones in class.

We got a permit before building the new kitchen.

The restaurant permits customers to bring their own wine.

Our guide said the permit permitted us to enter the national park.

Are you seriously thinking about quitting your job?

He seriously hurt his back while lifting a heavy box.

You should seriously consider taking a day off.

She was seriously worried when her brother missed the train.

Seriously, this is the best pizza I have ever eaten.

We saw wild animals during our safari in Kenya.

These flowers grow wild along the country road.

The children went wild when their teacher announced a holiday.

The wind became wild during the storm last night.

My hair went wild after riding my bike in the rain.

The room was empty when we arrived.

Please empty the dishwasher after breakfast.

I found an empty box under the bed.

The supermarket shelves were empty after the storm.

He felt empty after his best friend moved away.

She earns a commission for every car she sells.

The artist received a commission to paint their family portrait.

The school formed a commission to plan the new library.

He paid a five percent commission to the travel agent.

The manager commissioned a local artist to design the café mural.

Each person has a unique voice and way of speaking.

This shop sells unique gifts made by local artists.

Our teacher gave us a unique project for science class.

The restaurant serves a unique dish with rice and fresh vegetables.

We found a unique little hotel during our trip to the coast.

The word association helped me remember the new vocabulary.

She joined a local business association to meet other shop owners.

There is a strong association between exercise and better health.

The school has an association for parents and teachers.

This smell brings back happy associations with my grandmother's kitchen.

She plays the piano and two other musical instruments.

The doctor used a small instrument to examine my ear.

The scientist checked the instrument before measuring the water.

The guitar is my favorite instrument to play with friends.

The shop sells cheap instruments for beginner music students.

The investor put money into a new technology company.

Several investors bought shares in the successful local business.

A property investor purchased an apartment near the city center.

The young investor carefully compared risks before choosing a savings plan.

Foreign investors helped build a new hotel beside the beach.

These practical shoes are comfortable for walking all day.

She gave me some practical advice about saving money.

We need a practical solution to this problem.

This small kitchen is practical and easy to keep clean.

The course teaches practical skills for everyday life.

I drink tea every morning before I go to work.

Would you like some tea with your sandwich?

She ordered a cup of tea at the hotel café.

Please add some milk and sugar to my tea.

The doctor suggested warm tea for my sore throat.

We had a lovely time at the beach yesterday.

What a lovely dress! The blue color suits you.

She gave us a lovely welcome when we arrived.

It was lovely to see all my old friends again.

The weather is lovely, so let’s eat lunch outside.