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**Exercise 13:**
1. The Democrats were **confident** of victory.
2. He tried to overcome his **shyness**.
3. Nowadays our **aggression** is channeled into sports.
4. The report **confidently** states that the industry will grow.
5. I know you don't like her but try not to make it so **obvious**.
6. He was **considering** what to do next.
7. After 1926, Sylvie **concentrated** her energies on her medical practice.
8. We're always **arguing** with each other about money.
9. Sylvie's very **patient** with young children.
10. Have you **discussed** the problem with anyone?

**Exercise 14:**
1. My father smiled **sadly** and shook his head.
2. After his death, his assistant completed chapters nine and ten and wrote the **conclusion**.
3. Smart cards can store large amounts of data and interact **intelligently** with a smart card reader.
4. There's a strong **possibility** that it will rain.
5. Always read the **instructions** before you start.
6. I think there is room for **improvement** in any organization.
7. I had an **imaginative** friend when I was a child.
8. There is a **slight** increased risk of chest infection after the procedure.
9. Sylvie was a much loved and highly **respected** teacher.
10. We had to listen to endless **conversations** about high prices and food shortages.