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“She makes a compelling argument.”
You're shopping for a new car with your wife. The car saleswoman is trying to convince you to buy a car that's more expensive than you originally planned on. She's a very good salesperson so you've started to change your mind. You say this to you...
“Bethany is a lot quieter in real life than she is over the phone.”
One of the salesperson you often communicate with came to visit your office for the first time. She seemed different than you imagined her. You're talking with a co-worker who also works with her. You say this.
“Don't feel obligated to come if you're too busy.”
You're having a party next weekend. You want to invite one of your friends, who's a very busy person. You don't want to make her feel pressured, so you say this.
“She paid for the trip out of her own pocket.”
You're daughter's school club went on an overnight trip. You're concerned for the teacher, who paid for her own hotel room and food. You're talking with one of the other parents about it. You say this.
“You have to spend money to make money.”
You're trying too start a small business selling jewelry online. You had to buy a few thousand dollar's worth of jewelry. Your sister is yelling at you because she thinks it's too risky. You tell her this.
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