EVERYDAY CONVERSATION

Talk Like
a Local

20 illustrated lessons

Natural everyday conversations: small talk, catching up, phone calls, plans, opinions and more — with picture vocabulary, A/B gap practice, chants, and free role-play.

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Two students enjoying everyday English conversation in a cafe
初級〜中級 • 25 MINUTES EACH

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01Small Talk About the Weather02How Have You Been?03Talking About Your Weekend04On the Phone05Let’s Make Plans06I’m Sorry, I’m Running Late07What Do You Think?08Can You Say That Again?09Giving Compliments10Asking for Recommendations11Talking About Movies12Talking About Music13Making an Invitation14Changing an Appointment15Returning an Item16Meeting New Neighbors17Sharing Good News18Sharing Bad News19Asking for a Favor20Saying Goodbye Naturally
LESSON 01 • 25 MINUTES

Small Talk About the Weather

Today I can: start a conversation with small talk about the weather.

Students talking about the weather
1 Start · 2m2 Picture Words · 5m3 Listen · 4m4 A/B Gaps · 5m5 English · 3m6 Chant · 2m7 Role-play · 4m8 Check · 2m

1LET’S START2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at the picture. Guess what today’s lesson is about, then say one sentence.

What do you see in the picture?

What can you say about “Small Talk About the Weather”?

2PICTURE WORDS5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at each word. Tap the speaker, listen, and repeat it two times.
weather
overcast
umbrella
forecast
chilly
warm up

3LISTEN & SAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the conversation. Listen once. Play it again and repeat each line. Then read it with your teacher.

ANice weather today, isn’t it?

BYes, but it looks cloudy this afternoon.

AReally? I didn’t bring an umbrella.

BThe forecast says it might rain later.

AIt’s a little chilly this morning too.

BDon’t worry, it should warm up by noon.

4FILL THE GAPS & SWITCH5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete Part A as Speaker B. Then switch: complete Part B as Speaker A. Speak every completed line aloud.

PART A

Teacher reads A • Student completes and speaks B

ANice weather today, isn’t it?

BYes, but it looks this afternoon.

AReally? I didn’t bring an umbrella.

BThe says it might rain later.

AIt’s a little chilly this morning too.

BDon’t worry, it should up by noon.

PART B

Teacher reads B • Student completes and speaks A

A weather today, isn’t it?

BYes, but it looks cloudy this afternoon.

AReally? I didn’t bring an .

BThe forecast says it might rain later.

AIt’s a little this morning too.

BDon’t worry, it should warm up by noon.

5EASY ENGLISH3 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONRead the easy rule. Copy the model and change the information to make your own sentence.
Easy rule

Use “It looks / It’s” to describe the weather, and “might” for a guess.

Model: The forecast says it might rain later.

6CHANT TOGETHER2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the chant. Soft music will play only during the chant. Tap the beat and repeat all four lines.
♪ Soft rhythm music: ON during chant only

Sunny, cloudy, cold or warm,

Let’s talk about the weather today!

Take an umbrella, wear a coat,

Small talk is easy — come and play!

7FREE ROLE-PLAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONUse the role cards for a free conversation. Speak without reading every word. Switch roles after one round.
STUDENT A

You meet a friend outside. Start small talk about today’s weather, then ask about their plans.

STUDENT B

Answer about the weather, then invite your friend for a coffee.

Helpful lines

Nice weather, isn’t it?

It looks cloudy.

Would you like to grab a coffee?

8QUICK CHECK2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete all four checks. You should now be able to speak as both A and B.
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LESSON 02 • 25 MINUTES

How Have You Been?

Today I can: catch up with someone you haven’t seen in a while.

Friends catching up over coffee
1 Start · 2m2 Picture Words · 5m3 Listen · 4m4 A/B Gaps · 5m5 English · 3m6 Chant · 2m7 Role-play · 4m8 Check · 2m

1LET’S START2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at the picture. Guess what today’s lesson is about, then say one sentence.

What do you see in the picture?

What can you say about “How Have You Been?”?

2PICTURE WORDS5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at each word. Tap the speaker, listen, and repeat it two times.
long time no see
hectic
same as usual
up to
pastime
catch up

3LISTEN & SAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the conversation. Listen once. Play it again and repeat each line. Then read it with your teacher.

AWow, long time no see! How have you been?

BI’ve been good, just busy with work.

ASame here. What have you been up to?

BNothing much, same as usual. And you?

AI started a new hobby, actually.

BNice! We should catch up over coffee sometime.

4FILL THE GAPS & SWITCH5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete Part A as Speaker B. Then switch: complete Part B as Speaker A. Speak every completed line aloud.

PART A

Teacher reads A • Student completes and speaks B

AWow, long time no see! How have you been?

BI’ve been good, just with work.

ASame here. What have you been up to?

BNothing much, as usual. And you?

AI started a new hobby, actually.

BNice! We should up over coffee sometime.

PART B

Teacher reads B • Student completes and speaks A

AWow, time no see! How have you been?

BI’ve been good, just busy with work.

ASame here. What have you been to?

BNothing much, same as usual. And you?

AI started a hobby, actually.

BNice! We should catch up over coffee sometime.

5EASY ENGLISH3 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONRead the easy rule. Copy the model and change the information to make your own sentence.
Easy rule

Use “have been” to talk about the recent past up to now.

Model: I’ve been good, just busy with work.

6CHANT TOGETHER2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the chant. Soft music will play only during the chant. Tap the beat and repeat all four lines.
♪ Soft rhythm music: ON during chant only

Long time no see, how are you?

Busy, busy — me too, me too!

Let’s catch up soon, let’s get together,

Talking with friends makes any day better!

7FREE ROLE-PLAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONUse the role cards for a free conversation. Speak without reading every word. Switch roles after one round.
STUDENT A

You meet an old friend on the street. Ask how they’ve been and what’s new.

STUDENT B

Answer your friend, then suggest getting together soon.

Helpful lines

Long time no see!

How have you been?

Let’s catch up soon.

8QUICK CHECK2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete all four checks. You should now be able to speak as both A and B.
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LESSON 03 • 25 MINUTES

Talking About Your Weekend

Today I can: talk about your weekend and hobbies in more detail.

Students talking about a weekend hiking trip
1 Start · 2m2 Picture Words · 5m3 Listen · 4m4 A/B Gaps · 5m5 English · 3m6 Chant · 2m7 Role-play · 4m8 Check · 2m

1LET’S START2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at the picture. Guess what today’s lesson is about, then say one sentence.

What do you see in the picture?

What can you say about “Talking About Your Weekend”?

2PICTURE WORDS5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at each word. Tap the speaker, listen, and repeat it two times.
weekend
hiking
exciting
exhausting
worth it
relax

3LISTEN & SAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the conversation. Listen once. Play it again and repeat each line. Then read it with your teacher.

AHow was your weekend?

BIt was great, actually. I went hiking with friends.

AThat sounds exciting! Wasn’t it exhausting?

BA little, but it was worth it.

AWhat did you do in the end?

BWe just relaxed and hung out at a café.

4FILL THE GAPS & SWITCH5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete Part A as Speaker B. Then switch: complete Part B as Speaker A. Speak every completed line aloud.

PART A

Teacher reads A • Student completes and speaks B

AHow was your weekend?

BIt was great, actually. I went with friends.

AThat sounds exciting! Wasn’t it exhausting?

BA little, but it was it.

AWhat did you do in the end?

BWe just and hung out at a café.

PART B

Teacher reads B • Student completes and speaks A

A was your weekend?

BIt was great, actually. I went hiking with friends.

AThat sounds exciting! Wasn’t it ?

BA little, but it was worth it.

AWhat did you do in the ?

BWe just relaxed and hung out at a café.

5EASY ENGLISH3 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONRead the easy rule. Copy the model and change the information to make your own sentence.
Easy rule

Use “went / did” to talk about past weekend activities.

Model: I went hiking with friends.

6CHANT TOGETHER2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the chant. Soft music will play only during the chant. Tap the beat and repeat all four lines.
♪ Soft rhythm music: ON during chant only

Hiking, relaxing, hanging out too,

Tell me your weekend, what did you do?

Exciting or tiring, it’s up to you,

Sharing our stories, me and you!

7FREE ROLE-PLAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONUse the role cards for a free conversation. Speak without reading every word. Switch roles after one round.
STUDENT A

Ask your partner about their weekend in detail.

STUDENT B

Tell a short story about your weekend, then ask your partner back.

Helpful lines

How was your weekend?

That sounds exciting!

We just relaxed.

8QUICK CHECK2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete all four checks. You should now be able to speak as both A and B.
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LESSON 04 • 25 MINUTES

On the Phone

Today I can: make and answer a simple phone call.

Friends having a phone conversation
1 Start · 2m2 Picture Words · 5m3 Listen · 4m4 A/B Gaps · 5m5 English · 3m6 Chant · 2m7 Role-play · 4m8 Check · 2m

1LET’S START2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at the picture. Guess what today’s lesson is about, then say one sentence.

What do you see in the picture?

What can you say about “On the Phone”?

2PICTURE WORDS5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at each word. Tap the speaker, listen, and repeat it two times.
speaking
available
hold on
message
call back
call

3LISTEN & SAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the conversation. Listen once. Play it again and repeat each line. Then read it with your teacher.

AHello, this is Aria speaking.

BHi Aria, is Tom available right now?

ASorry, he’s on another call. Can you hold on?

BSure, I’ll hold on for a minute.

AActually, could you leave a message instead?

BOkay, please ask him to call me back.

4FILL THE GAPS & SWITCH5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete Part A as Speaker B. Then switch: complete Part B as Speaker A. Speak every completed line aloud.

PART A

Teacher reads A • Student completes and speaks B

AHello, this is Aria speaking.

BHi Aria, is Tom right now?

ASorry, he’s on another call. Can you hold on?

BSure, I’ll on for a minute.

AActually, could you leave a message instead?

BOkay, please ask him to call me .

PART B

Teacher reads B • Student completes and speaks A

AHello, is Aria speaking.

BHi Aria, is Tom available right now?

ASorry, he’s on call. Can you hold on?

BSure, I’ll hold on for a minute.

AActually, could you a message instead?

BOkay, please ask him to call me back.

5EASY ENGLISH3 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONRead the easy rule. Copy the model and change the information to make your own sentence.
Easy rule

Use “Can / Could you…” to make a polite phone request.

Model: Could you leave a message?

6CHANT TOGETHER2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the chant. Soft music will play only during the chant. Tap the beat and repeat all four lines.
♪ Soft rhythm music: ON during chant only

Hello, hello, who’s calling, please?

Hold on a moment, if you please.

Leave a message, call back soon,

Talking on the phone, morning or noon!

7FREE ROLE-PLAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONUse the role cards for a free conversation. Speak without reading every word. Switch roles after one round.
STUDENT A

You call a friend, but they are not available. Ask to leave a message.

STUDENT B

You answer the phone, explain the person is busy, and take a message.

Helpful lines

Is … available?

Can I leave a message?

I’ll call you back.

8QUICK CHECK2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete all four checks. You should now be able to speak as both A and B.
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LESSON 05 • 25 MINUTES

Let’s Make Plans

Today I can: invite someone, suggest a time, and confirm plans.

Friends making plans with a calendar
1 Start · 2m2 Picture Words · 5m3 Listen · 4m4 A/B Gaps · 5m5 English · 3m6 Chant · 2m7 Role-play · 4m8 Check · 2m

1LET’S START2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at the picture. Guess what today’s lesson is about, then say one sentence.

What do you see in the picture?

What can you say about “Let’s Make Plans”?

2PICTURE WORDS5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at each word. Tap the speaker, listen, and repeat it two times.
available this weekend
make arrangements
suggest
sounds good
what time works
confirm

3LISTEN & SAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the conversation. Listen once. Play it again and repeat each line. Then read it with your teacher.

AAre you free this Saturday?

BI think so. What did you have in mind?

AI was thinking we could watch a movie.

BSounds good! What time works for you?

AHow about six o’clock?

BThat works for me. Let’s confirm later.

4FILL THE GAPS & SWITCH5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete Part A as Speaker B. Then switch: complete Part B as Speaker A. Speak every completed line aloud.

PART A

Teacher reads A • Student completes and speaks B

AAre you free this Saturday?

BI so. What did you have in mind?

AI was thinking we could watch a movie.

B good! What time works for you?

AHow about six o’clock?

BThat works for me. Let’s later.

PART B

Teacher reads B • Student completes and speaks A

AAre you this Saturday?

BI think so. What did you have in mind?

AI was we could watch a movie.

BSounds good! What time works for you?

AHow about o’clock?

BThat works for me. Let’s confirm later.

5EASY ENGLISH3 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONRead the easy rule. Copy the model and change the information to make your own sentence.
Easy rule

Use “How about…?” to suggest a time or an idea.

Model: How about six o’clock?

6CHANT TOGETHER2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the chant. Soft music will play only during the chant. Tap the beat and repeat all four lines.
♪ Soft rhythm music: ON during chant only

Are you free? Let’s make a plan,

A movie, dinner — yes, we can!

What time works? Let’s agree,

Confirm the plan, you and me!

7FREE ROLE-PLAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONUse the role cards for a free conversation. Speak without reading every word. Switch roles after one round.
STUDENT A

Invite your partner to do something this weekend.

STUDENT B

Respond, suggest a time, and confirm the plan.

Helpful lines

Are you free…?

How about…?

That works for me.

8QUICK CHECK2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete all four checks. You should now be able to speak as both A and B.
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LESSON 06 • 25 MINUTES

I’m Sorry, I’m Running Late

Today I can: apologize for being late and explain why.

A student arriving late to meet a friend
1 Start · 2m2 Picture Words · 5m3 Listen · 4m4 A/B Gaps · 5m5 English · 3m6 Chant · 2m7 Role-play · 4m8 Check · 2m

1LET’S START2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at the picture. Guess what today’s lesson is about, then say one sentence.

What do you see in the picture?

What can you say about “I’m Sorry, I’m Running Late”?

2PICTURE WORDS5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at each word. Tap the speaker, listen, and repeat it two times.
running late
sorry
traffic
on my way
wait
understand

3LISTEN & SAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the conversation. Listen once. Play it again and repeat each line. Then read it with your teacher.

AHi, it’s me. I’m sorry, I’m running late.

BThat’s okay, what happened?

AThere’s a lot of traffic today.

BNo problem, I’ll wait for you.

AI’m on my way now, ten more minutes.

BDon’t worry, take your time.

4FILL THE GAPS & SWITCH5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete Part A as Speaker B. Then switch: complete Part B as Speaker A. Speak every completed line aloud.

PART A

Teacher reads A • Student completes and speaks B

AHi, it’s me. I’m sorry, I’m running late.

BThat’s , what happened?

AThere’s a lot of traffic today.

BNo problem, I’ll for you.

AI’m on my way now, ten more minutes.

BDon’t , take your time.

PART B

Teacher reads B • Student completes and speaks A

AHi, it’s me. I’m , I’m running late.

BThat’s okay, what happened?

AThere’s a lot of today.

BNo problem, I’ll wait for you.

AI’m on my now, ten more minutes.

BDon’t worry, take your time.

5EASY ENGLISH3 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONRead the easy rule. Copy the model and change the information to make your own sentence.
Easy rule

Use “I’m sorry, I’m…” to apologize and explain what is happening.

Model: I’m sorry, I’m running late.

6CHANT TOGETHER2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the chant. Soft music will play only during the chant. Tap the beat and repeat all four lines.
♪ Soft rhythm music: ON during chant only

Running late, stuck in traffic too,

I’m sorry, I’m on my way to you.

Please wait for me, it won’t be long,

I understand — nothing’s wrong!

7FREE ROLE-PLAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONUse the role cards for a free conversation. Speak without reading every word. Switch roles after one round.
STUDENT A

Call your friend to say you’ll be late and explain why.

STUDENT B

Respond kindly and tell your friend to take their time.

Helpful lines

I’m running late.

I’m on my way.

Take your time.

8QUICK CHECK2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete all four checks. You should now be able to speak as both A and B.
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LESSON 07 • 25 MINUTES

What Do You Think?

Today I can: ask for and give an opinion, and agree or disagree politely.

Friends sharing opinions at a restaurant
1 Start · 2m2 Picture Words · 5m3 Listen · 4m4 A/B Gaps · 5m5 English · 3m6 Chant · 2m7 Role-play · 4m8 Check · 2m

1LET’S START2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at the picture. Guess what today’s lesson is about, then say one sentence.

What do you see in the picture?

What can you say about “What Do You Think?”?

2PICTURE WORDS5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at each word. Tap the speaker, listen, and repeat it two times.
opinion
agree
disagree
actually
makes sense
expensive

3LISTEN & SAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the conversation. Listen once. Play it again and repeat each line. Then read it with your teacher.

AWhat do you think about this restaurant?

BIn my opinion, the food is really good.

AI agree, but it’s a bit expensive.

BThat makes sense. What about the service?

AActually, I think it could be faster.

BI disagree, I think it’s fine.

4FILL THE GAPS & SWITCH5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete Part A as Speaker B. Then switch: complete Part B as Speaker A. Speak every completed line aloud.

PART A

Teacher reads A • Student completes and speaks B

AWhat do you think about this restaurant?

BIn my , the food is really good.

AI agree, but it’s a bit expensive.

BThat sense. What about the service?

AActually, I think it could be faster.

BI , I think it’s fine.

PART B

Teacher reads B • Student completes and speaks A

AWhat do you about this restaurant?

BIn my opinion, the food is really good.

AI , but it’s a bit expensive.

BThat makes sense. What about the service?

A, I think it could be faster.

BI disagree, I think it’s fine.

5EASY ENGLISH3 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONRead the easy rule. Copy the model and change the information to make your own sentence.
Easy rule

Use “I agree / I disagree / In my opinion…” to share your view politely.

Model: In my opinion, the food is really good.

6CHANT TOGETHER2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the chant. Soft music will play only during the chant. Tap the beat and repeat all four lines.
♪ Soft rhythm music: ON during chant only

What do you think? Tell me your view,

I agree, or maybe I don’t too.

In my opinion, that makes sense,

Sharing ideas, no need to be tense!

7FREE ROLE-PLAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONUse the role cards for a free conversation. Speak without reading every word. Switch roles after one round.
STUDENT A

Ask your partner’s opinion about a movie, restaurant, or book.

STUDENT B

Give your opinion, then agree or disagree with your partner’s.

Helpful lines

What do you think about…?

I agree.

I disagree, actually…

8QUICK CHECK2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete all four checks. You should now be able to speak as both A and B.
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LESSON 08 • 25 MINUTES

Can You Say That Again?

Today I can: ask someone to repeat, slow down, or explain a word.

Students practicing how to ask someone to repeat
1 Start · 2m2 Picture Words · 5m3 Listen · 4m4 A/B Gaps · 5m5 English · 3m6 Chant · 2m7 Role-play · 4m8 Check · 2m

1LET’S START2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at the picture. Guess what today’s lesson is about, then say one sentence.

What do you see in the picture?

What can you say about “Can You Say That Again?”?

2PICTURE WORDS5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONLook at each word. Tap the speaker, listen, and repeat it two times.
say that again
more slowly
follow you
mean
spell
explain

3LISTEN & SAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the conversation. Listen once. Play it again and repeat each line. Then read it with your teacher.

ACould you say that again, please?

BSure, I said the meeting is at three.

ASorry, could you speak more slowly?

BOf course. The meeting… is at three.

AWhat does “reschedule” mean?

BIt means to change the time or date.

4FILL THE GAPS & SWITCH5 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete Part A as Speaker B. Then switch: complete Part B as Speaker A. Speak every completed line aloud.

PART A

Teacher reads A • Student completes and speaks B

ACould you say that again, please?

BSure, I said the meeting is at .

ASorry, could you speak more slowly?

BOf . The meeting… is at three.

AWhat does “reschedule” mean?

BIt to change the time or date.

PART B

Teacher reads B • Student completes and speaks A

ACould you say that , please?

BSure, I said the meeting is at three.

ASorry, could you speak more ?

BOf course. The meeting… is at three.

AWhat does “reschedule” ?

BIt means to change the time or date.

5EASY ENGLISH3 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONRead the easy rule. Copy the model and change the information to make your own sentence.
Easy rule

Use “Could you say that again?” or “What does … mean?” to ask for clarification.

Model: Could you say that again, please?

6CHANT TOGETHER2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONPlay the chant. Soft music will play only during the chant. Tap the beat and repeat all four lines.
♪ Soft rhythm music: ON during chant only

Say it again, please speak slowly,

Sorry, I didn’t understand fully.

What does it mean? Can you explain?

Let’s check it together, again and again!

7FREE ROLE-PLAY4 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONUse the role cards for a free conversation. Speak without reading every word. Switch roles after one round.
STUDENT A

You don’t understand what your partner said. Ask them to repeat and explain a word.

STUDENT B

Repeat slowly and explain the meaning of a word.

Helpful lines

Could you say that again?

Could you speak more slowly?

What does … mean?

8QUICK CHECK2 MIN

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONComplete all four checks. You should now be able to speak as both A and B.
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