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1. He wondered the streets.



2. The suspect sprinted across the yard.



3. The refugees sought safety across the border.



4. The mayor said he opposes an independent counsel to investigate complaints. “It would infringe on the autonomy of the City Council” he said.



5. A police spokesman reported five shootings Saturday night,including three of in Central Park.



6. The reporter said to have covered wars in 18 countries during his 30-year career.



7. The project is funded by state and federal grants.



8. She earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Cal State Fullerton.



9. The police department abandoned the use of stun guns due lawsuits.



10. A reporter’s typical day might consist of meeting with editors, interviewing sources and writing stories.