Group 16

<ol> <li>The ancient artifacts antedate the Roman Empire, providing insights into earlier civilizations.</li> <li>The king decided to banish the traitor from his kingdom, never to return.</li> <li>With her emotions running high, she struggled to bridle her anger in the situation.</li> <li>The company had no choice but to comply with the new regulations imposed by the government.</li> <li>After hearing the disappointing news, she felt crestfallen and disheartened.</li> <li>The government decided to curtail spending in certain areas to balance the budget.</li> <li>The professor took the time to elucidate the complex theory, ensuring that students understood it.</li> <li>The clever thief managed to evade capture by the authorities for years.</li> <li>His feckless behavior led to a series of poor decisions and negative consequences.</li> <li>As the conflict continued to fester, tensions between the two parties only grew worse.</li> <li>The iconoclastic artist challenged traditional notions of beauty in her work.</li> <li>In the medieval period, people found guilty of certain crimes were often immured in dungeons.</li> <li>When the script was lost, the actors had to improvise their lines during the performance.</li> <li>The strict rules of the school served to inhibit students' creativity and self-expression.</li> <li>The mysterious stranger's motives remained inscrutable, despite the investigator's best efforts.</li> <li>The public began to lionize the young entrepreneur for his innovative ideas and philanthropy.</li> <li>The monotonous drone of the lecturer's voice made it difficult for students to stay engaged.</li> <li>The peculiar behavior of the animals raised suspicions about their health and well-being.</li> <li>The criminals had premeditated the bank heist for months, planning every detail.</li> <li>The profligate spender quickly amassed a large amount of debt due to poor financial choices.</li> <li>The mediator's main goal was to help the opposing parties reconcile their differences.</li> <li>The artist continued to refine his technique, constantly striving for improvement.</li> <li>She decided to relinquish her position in the company to pursue other opportunities.</li> <li>He would often ruminate on the meaning of life, pondering deep philosophical questions.</li> <li>The skittish horse was easily startled by sudden noises and movements.</li> <li>The additional decorations seemed superfluous, as the room was already beautifully adorned.</li> <li>The synoptic report provided a concise overview of the main points of the research.</li> <li>The investigator's thorough examination of the evidence revealed important clues.</li> <li>The visionary leader inspired people with her ideas for a brighter, more sustainable future.</li> <li>The vociferous crowd made their demands known, chanting loudly in the streets.</li> </ol>