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The road is deteriorating fast

The road is getting worse fast

This table is sturdy enough

This table is strong enough

Adverse weather delayed us

Bad weather delayed us

The bearer gets free entry

The holder gets free entry

We saw unprecedented crowds

We saw record crowds

I visited a botanical garden

I visited a plant garden

Pay is commensurate with work

Pay matches the work

I worked three consecutive days

I worked three straight days

After deliberation, we agreed

After thinking, we agreed

She spoke discreetly

She spoke carefully

This job entails travel

This job includes travel

Price fluctuations worry me

Price changes worry me

Safety is our foremost concern

Safety is our main concern

It’s imperative to rest

It’s crucial to rest

Attendance is mandatory today

Attendance is required today

He works meticulously

He works very carefully

We joined an outreach program

We joined a support program

She earned tenure last year

She earned permanent status last year

She’s a versatile cook

She’s a highly adaptable cook

This tea alleviated my stress

This tea eased my stress

Her work was exemplary

Her work was outstanding

We attended a charity gala

We attended a charity event

We painted a large mural

We painted a large wall art

He’s the store’s proprietor

He’s the store’s owner

Sales stayed stagnant

Sales stayed flat

They have stringent rules

They have strict rules

I wrote a testimonial

I wrote a personal endorsement

The turnout was impressive

The number of attendees was impressive

They waived the late fee

They removed the late fee

The faucet is leaking again

The tap is leaking again