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To pay for something.
To be involved in something too difficult for you.
To try something.
Unable to continue or succeed.
To rest until you can breathe normally again.
To do the same thing as someone did before you.
In a very brief and clear way.
To emphasize a point clearly.
To wait patiently for the right moment.
A new person who can look at something objectively.
To watch or monitor carefully.
To be fully understood or strongly felt.
To enjoy an opportunity to criticize or take advantage.
To refuse to change your opinion or position.
To dishonestly change financial records.
Despite very low chances of success.
Everyone gets a chance to succeed at some point.
To talk proudly about your own achievements.
Finally and permanently.
To win or succeed after difficulty.
Used after learning from a mistake or experience.
To solve small problems or disagreements.
To fail completely, especially a business.
Very cheap.
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