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HUBLOT Posted 13 years ago
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These three facts could help you quit soda—cold turkey

Hi teachers,

You already know it's not good for you, but these three facts could help you quit soda—cold turkey.
http://www.rodale.com/soda-health-problems

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The writer wants to indicate a long pause, followed by a sudden surprise. It's not a good idea in formal or careful writing. Clive

  • The writer wants to indicate a long pause, followed by a sudden surprise.
  • It's not a good idea in formal or careful writing.
  • Clive
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The writer wants to indicate a long pause, followed by a sudden surprise.

It's not a good idea in formal or careful writing.

Clive
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Thanks a lot, Clive. Emotion: smile

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