Group 29

<ol> <li>Before the police arrived, the thief decided to abscond with the stolen goods.</li> <li>The spacecraft reached its apogee, the highest point in its orbit, before starting its descent.</li> <li>Her careless aspersion on his character left him feeling betrayed and hurt.</li> <li>The comedian's bawdy jokes left some audience members uncomfortable.</li> <li>To her chagrin, she realized she had left her purse at the restaurant.</li> <li>The two competitors decided to collude in order to fix the outcome of the race.</li> <li>After the unfortunate incident, the friends gathered to commiserate with one another.</li> <li>The conflagration spread rapidly, engulfing the entire building in flames.</li> <li>A minor contretemps between the two guests led to an awkward silence at the dinner party.</li> <li>Her conviction that she could change the world inspired others to join her cause.</li> <li>The jazz singer began to croon a soothing melody that captivated the audience.</li> <li>The board decided to depose the CEO after a series of financial scandals.</li> <li>The two countries reached a détente, easing tensions and averting potential conflict.</li> <li>The dowdy dress she wore to the party did not reflect her usually stylish taste.</li> <li>The elite athletes competed in the highest echelon of their sport, showcasing exceptional talent and dedication.</li> <li>The young man felt a sense of ennui, as his life lacked excitement and purpose.</li> <li>The professor tended to expatiate on minor points, making his lectures seem endless.</li> <li>The situation was fraught with danger, but the team pressed on regardless.</li> <li>As the team leader, she served as the fulcrum around which all project activities revolved, ensuring smooth coordination and communication.</li> <li>The political imbroglio led to a series of heated debates and controversial decisions.</li> <li>The party was filled with jocund laughter and cheerful conversation.</li> <li>As her health declined, she began to languish and lose interest in her favorite activities.</li> <li>He felt that he had reached the nadir of his life when he lost his job and home.</li> <li>The nimble dancer gracefully moved across the stage, captivating the audience.</li> <li>Dark clouds gathered overhead, creating an ominous atmosphere.</li> <li>Her outlandish outfit turned heads and attracted attention from everyone at the party.</li> <li>The sunny weather created a propitious environment for the outdoor event.</li> <li>The tabloid focused on prurient stories, which titillated its readers.</li> <li>The villain's sadistic tendencies made him a particularly frightening character.</li> <li>After years of hard work, she finally reached the zenith of her career.</li> </ol>