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He stopped at the motel. It was late at night. It was almost midnight. He asked the motel clerk, Do you have a vacant room? She said she had a vacant room. He asked how much it was. She said it was $100 for the night. But the night is half over, he s

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A: I am really thirsty. B: How about we go and get something to drink? A: Let's do that. B: Do you know what you want to get? A: A soda sounds good. B: Soda isn't the best thing to drink when you're thirsty. A: Why is that? B: Soda isn't good for you

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A: Mary, what a surprise! B: I am so glad you are home! Josh and I thought that we'd take a chance and stop by for a visit. A: Your timing is perfect! B: It's been a long time since we've stopped by. A: Mary, Josh, would either of you like something

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A: Mary, it's good to see you! B: Josh and I were just on our way back home from the beach and thought we'd drop by. A: I am so glad that you decided to stop by! B: Yes, it has been a long time since we have seen you. A: Mary, can I get Josh or you s

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A: Ashley, what a great dinner party! B: Thank you, Joe. What would you like to drink with your meal? I can offer you wine, mango juice, or water. A: Just water would be fine. B: Excellent choice. Can I dish you up some chicken? A: Yes, the chicken l

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A: May I take your drink order while you are looking over your menu? B: Yes, do you have a wine list? A: The wine list is on the second page of your menu. B: Do you have mixed drinks in this restaurant? A: Yes, we have a full bar here. B: I am not su

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Adrienne: So, Lisa, what is that you're drinking? Lisa: Oolong tea. Iced oolong tea. Adrienne: Is it your favorite drink? Lisa: It's not really my favorite drink. My favorite drink is Diet Coke. I love Diet Coke, but a couple of years ago, I was drin