Open the Terminal utility. Type "top" and press ⏎ Return. Find the program you want to close. Find the PID (Process ID). Type "q". Type "kill ###". Exit the terminal.

Most razors come with an added moisture or lubricating strip. These strips tend to be loaded with chemicals and other ingredients—yes, razors have ingredients! However, you can find razors that are more natural. Look for a razor that does not have the moisture strip. An alternative would be to purchase razors that have it and then peel or otherwise remove the strip yourself. Common store brands for shaving creams and gels are also full of chemicals and toxic products. Look for a more natural brand, or make it yourself.  Brands such as Dr. Bronner's, Garden of Eve, and Kiss My Face are known for making more natural shaving products. For homemade shaving cream, you can simply use coconut oil or another carrier oil, like sweet almond oil or sesame oil. You can also look into homemade mixtures. There are some body parts that men and women commonly shave:  Women commonly shave their legs, underarms, and bikini areas. Some women also shave their arms. Men commonly shave their beards, mustaches, and chests. There are some reports that people should not shave certain areas, like their arms, because the hair will grow back faster and thicker. However, scientists have proven this to be untrue. In a thin layer, spread your shaving product over the body part you are shaving. Be sure you have enough to protect your skin from nicks and cuts, especially since your razor does not have a moisture strip. Pull your razor up the body part that you are shaving in one long motion. Continue to do this repeatedly until you have shaved the entire area.  Frequently rinse the excess shaving product and shaved hair from your razor so that you get a clean, smooth shave all around. Take your time and go slowly. You are more likely to get a shaving nick or cut whenever you rush and forget to take care on areas like your ankles and knees. When you are done shaving the entire body part or area that you want shaved, rinse it and then check for any spots you missed while shaving. Dab a little bit of shaving cream or gel on that spot and touch...

TL;DR in English: Purchase an appropriate razor. Buy a natural shaving cream or gel. Wet the area that you would like to shave. Apply the shaving cream or gel to the area to be shaved. Shave the area carefully. Rinse your skin and check for missed spots. Clean your razor.
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Consider what the guest of honor likes and use that as basis for a party theme. If you're throwing a party for a kid, the theme might be their favorite toy or story. For an older guest of honor, choose a theme based on the person's hobbies or interest. For example, if you are planning to surprise your girlfriend, throw a party based on her favorite movie. You could instruct the guests to dress as characters from the film. Keep in mind that you'll also need to plan food, decorations, and activities around the theme. So if you're throwing a luau-themed party, try to throw the party at the beach or set up tropical decorations. Serve tiki drinks and set out leis for the guests. You can host the party almost anywhere. The location should be large enough to accommodate all of the guests. So if you want a big surprise party, you might want to rent a community hall. But if you're throwing a surprise party with a dozen people, you could easily have it at a nice restaurant.  For example, you can have the party at the honoree's house, at your place, at a restaurant, at a park, or anywhere you think your guest of honor wouldn't expect. If you'll be renting a space, learn about what sound systems are available and ask about their policies on food and decor. While you can throw the surprise party on the honoree's birthday, you might surprise them even more if you throw it a day or two in advance. You'll need to choose a time and date that works for most of the guests and you'll need to ensure that the honoree is also available.  Consider asking the honoree if they want to get together to hang out at the time you're thinking of planning the party. If they tell you they have other plans, you'll need to reschedule the party. Avoid throwing the surprise party after the person's actual birthday or they might think you forgot their big day. People expect food and drinks at a party. If you're doing a surprise party for kids, you can serve standard birthday party treats (such as punch, cookies, and cupcakes). For an adult birthday...

TL;DR in English: Select a party theme. Choose the party location. Pick a date and time for the party. Decide what refreshments to serve. Make a guest list. Invite the guests.
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You may already have a calendar to keep up with your appointments and other commitments. Having a separate calendar for your bills can be very helpful. You may mark the dates for when the bill is due and the date you paid it.  Check your calendar at the beginning of each week to see what bills need to be paid. If you have bills that you are mailing in, you may want to mark the date that you need to have them in the mail. Many personal budgeting apps can help you organize your bills and pay them on time. Many of these apps require you to provide personal information, credit card information, and link to your bank account. Always check with the Better Business Bureau before you download an app and begin to use it.  Popular mobile apps include Toshl Finance, Money Lover, Prism, TaxCaster,  Mint, Goodbudget, HomeBudget, Wally, and Money Monitor.  Also check the features that each app offers. While many of these apps are free, some of the services are only for paying app users. Financial software is installed on your computer and can be used to track your expenses, budget, spending, bills, savings, investments, debt, etc. Look for software that is geared towards money management instead of tax preparation. There are many options available. Look for a software that meets your specific needs.  When you evaluate potential software, look for the features, the design of the pages, and the setup. It's important to backup your computer to an external hard drive when you use these programs. You do not want all of your data to be lost if your computer crashes. There are also free web-based financial software sites. These sites will host your data online and are a good option if you do not want to buy a program. You can also access your information using any computer.

TL;DR in English: Create a fiscal calendar. Use a mobile app. Use financial software.
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No matter what your opinion is, keep it to yourself. Let her vent and get the story out, just nodding and adding a small comment when necessary. If she doesn’t want to tell you, don’t pressure her. Some girls don’t like to talk about why they’re so upset. If this is the case, just tell her that you care and let her cry it out.   "How're you feeling?" "Hey, is something bothering you lately?" "You seem upset. What's going on?" "I'm here to listen if you want someone to talk to." It doesn’t matter if you don't agree with her issues. Reassure her that you’re there for her. Take her to a private spot and tell her that it’s alright to cry. Ensure her that you’re on her side.  "I know that this must feel terrible right now. I'm so sorry." "I can't imagine how you feel. I know this can't be easy." "I’m sorry that you’re upset. Please let me know if I can do anything to make it better.” Just showing someone that you see and understand their problem means the world. Keep it short and simple.  "I am so sad to hear that your mom is sick." "I know you really deserved that promotion. I'm sorry it didn't work out." "She was a great friend, and I'm upset she's moving away too." Most people are upset because there is no easy solution. So don't try to offer her one. She's more than likely thought it all out before, and your advice will just keep her circling around how "hopeless" her problems are. Instead, say:  "This must be really hard for you." "I wish I had an answer or solution. Just know that I'm here for you no matter what." "What do you think comes next?" "How do you want to handle this?" This one can be hard, but as long as you let her take the lead you can help her get a hold of her feelings.  Get her to open up about how she feels instead of the situation or the outcome by drawing on your personal experience. Labeling the feelings will help her control them:  "I know you really wanted that job. I would be really let down in your shoes." "You absolutely have a right to be sad; I would be too." "I know you're angry...

TL;DR in English: Ask her what’s wrong. Be supportive, not dismissive. Acknowledge the issue and briefly express your feelings. Stay away from giving advice. Empathize and validate her emotions. Stay positive. Avoid minimizing her problems or talking down to her.
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Spray a standard-sized muffin tray with non-stick cooking spray, or rub the inside of each insert with a stick of butter. You can also line each compartment with paper liners if you prefer. After preparing the tray, distribute the muffin batter between each compartment of the muffin tray. Pour the batter until each compartment is about ¾ of the way full, since the muffins will expand during baking. Try to distribute the batter evenly so that each muffin is around the same size. If you wish, sprinkle the tops of each muffin with a pinch of granulated sugar. The granulated sugar will make the muffins slightly sweeter and adds a crunch to the muffin tops. Skip the step if you prefer the muffins without the extra sweetness. Place the muffin tray in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. By this time, the muffins should have expanded and the tops should look golden brown. After 15-20 minutes, stick a toothpick into one of the muffins. If the toothpick comes out clean, the muffins are done and you can remove them. If the toothpick comes out with crumbs, put the muffins back in the oven and check with a toothpick every minute or so until it comes out clean.

TL;DR in English: Prepare the muffin tray. Pour the batter into the muffin cups. Sprinkle the tops with sugar. Bake the muffins for 15-20 minutes. Check the muffins and remove them.
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By default, this is in the Utilities folder, located in the Applications folder. If a normal Force Quit doesn't work, you may need to use this method to end the program. The “top” command displays information about the applications that are currently running. Under the column titled "COMMAND", find the name of the application you wish to quit. The COMMAND list may use a truncated name for the program. Look for a name that looks similar to the program you are trying to close. Once you find the name of program, find the number to the immediate left of it, under the PID column. Make a note of the PID number. This will exit the list of applications and return you to the command line. Replace the "###" with the number from the PID Column you just located. For example: If you were trying to quit iTunes, and found iTunes to have PID number 3703, you would type "kill 3703". If the program does not respond to the “kill” command, type “sudo kill -9 ###”, replacing ### with the PID number. The application should quit and you can be relaunched.

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Straighten a wire hanger. Call a locksmith.

Before you send your album through the necessary channels, you need to make sure that it is polished and presentable. Create album artwork for it, edit all the song titles, and add a description if necessary.  Selling your music on iTunes can be fairly simple even for amateur artists, but you will have a great deal of competition to deal with, and your odds of having success will improve vastly if you make sure that your songs are in top condition. If you have no experience with mastering and do not know how to polish the music up to commercial standards by yourself, hire an engineer or specialist to do it for you. Convert the files to WAV, set at a 44.1 kHz sample rate and 16 bit sample size. You can convert your audio files in iTunes by importing them to the library using the WAV encoder, set to custom settings. You also need cover artwork and complete track credits to submit before an online service will help you add your music to the iTunes store.  You must have rights to the artwork. Aim to make the cover image a JPG file set to 1,000 by 1,000 pixels. Before you can sell your album, it needs to have a UPC code.  Fortunately, obtaining one is pretty easy. You can obtain one by registering directly with the Uniform Code Council, or you can ask a CD manufacturer or distributor if they offer the service. The latter may prove to be a cheaper option. You can also get a UPC online through various online distributors like CD Baby or DiscMakers, and these tend to be even cheaper options. Working with Apple directly usually requires you to have a professional label backing you, or at least enough experience to prove that you are a professional. Even if you do not qualify to work with Apple directly, though, you can still work through a third party. If you weren't able to get through the previous step yourself, get in touch with an aggregator, or a third-party distributing service that allows you to finish and distribute your music for a small fee. Check the Apple iTunes application page for a list of approved...

TL;DR in English: Give your music a professional finish. Make sure that your music is properly formatted. Add the final touches. Get a UPC code. Review Apple's application. Find an Apple-approved aggregator (optional).
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The following terms will be used throughout the examples, and are common in problems involving algebraic fractions:   Numerator: The top part of a fraction (ie. (x+5)/(2x+3)).  Denominator: The bottom part of the fraction (ie. (x+5)/(2x+3)).  Common Denominator: This is a number that you can divide out of both the top and bottom of a fraction. For example, in the fraction 3/9, the common denominator is 3, since both numbers can be divided by 3.  Factor: One number that multiples to make another. For example, the factors of 15 are 1, 3, 5, and 15. The factors of 4 are 1, 2, and 4.  Simplified Equation: This involves removing all common factors and grouping similar variables together (5x + x = 6x) until you have the most basic form of a fraction, equation, or problem. If you cannot do anything more to the fraction, it is simplified. These are the exact same steps you will take to solve algebraic fractions.  Take the example, 15/35. In order to simplify a fraction, we need to find a common denominator. In this case, both numbers can be divided by five, so you can remove the 5 from the fraction:  15    →     5 * 335   →       5 * 7 Now you can cross out like terms. In this case you can cross out the two fives, leaving your simplified answer, 3/7. In the previous example, you could easily remove the 5 from 15, and the same principle applies to more complex expressions like, 15x – 5. Find a factor that both numbers have in common. Here, the answer is 5, since you can divide both 15x and -5 by the number five. Like before, remove the common factor and multiply it by what is “left.”15x – 5 = 5 * (3x – 1) To check your work, simply multiply the five back into the new expression – you will end up with the same numbers you started with. The same principle used in common fractions works for algebraic ones as well. This is the easiest way to simplify fractions while you work.  Take the fraction: (x+2)(x-3)(x+2)(x+10) Notice how the term (x+2) is common in both the numerator (top) and denominator (bottom). As such, you can...

TL;DR in English: Know the vocabulary for algebraic fractions. Review how to solve simple fractions. Remove factors from algebraic expressions just like normal numbers. Know you can remove complex terms just like simple ones.
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To do this, kneel by the victim's head and hook your elbows under their shoulders, therefore sticking your arms under the person's back and armpits. Your head should be facing the victim's feet and you should have your feet planted on the ground so you can stand easily. Lift slowly, using your legs to support the person's weight. Avoid using the strength of your back to lift them or you may injure yourself. Raise them until their feet are just a foot or so away from being straightened into standing position and are still dragging on the ground a bit. This will help you get a firmer grip on the victim. Just move your weight to your right or dominant leg and stick it between the victim's legs for support. If your dominant leg is your left leg, use your left leg instead and follow the opposite of all of the positioning in the instructions. You should begin to do this as you place your right leg between the victim's legs. If your dominant leg is your right leg, then you should grab the victim's right hand with your left hand; if not, do the opposite. After you do that, you should drape the hand over your shoulder so you have more leverage, with your head planted under the their armpit and side. Keep your back as straight as possible when you do this. Place the victim's body over above your shoulders, so that their torso is relatively perpendicular to the ground. Try to distribute their weight as evenly as you can over your shoulders so that they don't tilt to one side. To do this, put your right arm between the victim's legs to reach behind his right knee. This will help you get a firmer grasp on the victim. Your left hand should still be holding on to the victim's right hand. Gripping the victim with both hands on his knee and arm will help you lift them. Keep your back straight. The left leg and arm of the person should now be hanging behind and the body should be supported by your shoulders. Hold onto the victim's right arm and leg with your right and left hands, respectively, as you stand up. Alternately, you...

TL;DR in English: Hook your elbows under the victim's armpits. Raise the victim to their feet. Place your right leg between the victim's legs. Grab the victim's right hand with your left. Squat down. Wrap your right arm around the back of the victim's right knee. Rise up and lift the victim's right thigh over your right shoulder. Move the victim.
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In some cases, marriages will be followed by an announcement in a local newspaper or newsletter. This is certainly becoming less common than it used to be, but if you are lucky, you may find a wedding announcement this way.  Some obituaries also contain information on the person’s marriage.  If possible, you should start by finding where the marriage that you are interested in took place. This will allow you to identify any newspapers that may have published the date. If you know where the person was married, you can try looking on the website of the local newspaper in that location. Do a search for the names in the announcements section or public records section. Some larger local or state newspapers may have an online archive service, but you may have to pay to use this. You can find further information on online newspaper archives on a state-by-state basis here: http://www.neh.gov/us-newspaper-program. Some local newspapers may not have very thorough online records, so in some cases you may be required to visit the local library to see archive copies of the paper for the period you are looking at. You may also be able to search for the records at the newspaper's headquarters. You can find archive copies of newspapers in good public libraries, and access should be free of charge in most cases.

TL;DR in English: Learn the location of the marriage. Go to the local newspaper website. Go to your public library.
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Being nice is a great way to make a boy feel more comfortable around you. Keep your compliments genuine and specific, and say them with a smile so he knows that you aren’t teasing him. Sometimes, it’s better to give compliments when you’re hanging out alone, to keep other people from making fun.  For example, if you’re both into sports, you can say something like “I like your Lebron James jersey, did you watch the game last night?” If you’re working on a school project together, let him know that you admire his intelligence by saying something like “That’s a great idea, I would’ve never thought of that!” Focus on asking questions that require an explanation, not just a “yes” or a “no.” If you know you have a common interest, like music or sports, ask him questions to lead him into a conversation. Let him do the talking while you listen and throw in some comments here and there.  This is the best way to get to know a guy to see if you could actually like him beyond just a crush. Letting him talk will show him that you’re interested in getting to know him better and that you’re a good listener. Think about how you act around your girlfriends and how easily you can talk to them. Try to act the same way around the boy that you like by talking about things you both are interested in, like music, sports, or movies. Share your opinions and thoughts freely so he can get to know the real you. If a guy seems less interested after you start talking to him, don’t worry about it. That just means that he’s not a good fit for you. Body language and touching are a great way to communicate to a guy that you like him without outwardly saying something. Sit close to him so that your knees are touching, and reach out to touch his arm or leg when he says something funny. This can signal to a guy that you’re interested in him as more than just a friend. Avoid doing anything too overt, like grabbing his hand out of nowhere. This can scare him or make him think that you have the wrong impression about your relationship. Smaller...

TL;DR in English: Give him a compliment on something that you like about him. Ask him questions about his hobbies and interests. Let your personality shine in your conversations. Make an excuse to touch his arm or hand. Send him a text or like his posts on Instagram and Twitter. Make time to be alone together.
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This method will work best for vehicles with a vertical manual lock—meaning a lock that you pull up to unlock or push down to lock. These locks are usually at the top of the door panel just inside the window. This method requires a thin but rigid tool that you can feed between the weatherstripping around the bottom of the window and the glass itself. A wire coat hanger works well, but you must straighten it first. A universal unlock tool or a “slim jim” also work in this case if you’re prone to locking your keys in your car and want to keep one around for future occurrences. If you cannot seem to get any leverage by going beneath the window, you can always try one of the other methods, or you can simply call a locksmith. With the professional assortment of tools a locksmith will have available, they’ll have you back in your car within minutes.

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Trampolines need to air dry to complete the cleaning process. A trampoline should never be washed if the forecast predicts rain at any point during the day as this can inhibit the drying process. Mild cleaners work best for trampolines, as they minimize the risk of damage. Never use a cleaner with bleach or pumice, as this can harm your trampoline. Never rent a pressure washer to clean a trampoline. This can damage the fabric. If you don't have a hose, you can use buckets to wet the trampoline.

TL;DR in English: Clean your trampoline on a sunny day. Avoid products with bleach or pumice. Use a hose over a power washer.
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Take both of your feet out of the stirrups, hold the reins in one hand, and swing off onto the left side of your horse. Put the reins over your horse’s head so that you’re holding them again, and roll up your stirrups and loosen your girth. When you untack your horse, you should first take off all the horse’s tack and put it to the side. Then, repeat the same grooming steps that you completed while you were tacking up your horse. If your horse is sweaty, you might need to rinse it off with a hose in an outdoor “wash stall.” You could also sponge off its back with a large wet sponge. However, since it is your first time riding, you should listen to what your instructor says. Different barns have different rules for taking care of their horses, so don’t be afraid to ask questions. Cleaning your horse’s tack is really important, especially if you’re sharing tack with other students or borrowing someone else’s tack. Put your saddle on a saddle rack, and hang your bridle up somewhere where you can easily clean it.  Find some saddle soap, a sponge, and a bucket of water. Rub the sponge on the saddle soap. Dip it into a little bit of water (less is more). Squeeze the sponge to rid it of excess water. Clean the leather parts of the saddle and bridle with the sponge. You should get all the dust and dirt off of your tack. Clean your horse’s bit (the part that goes in his mouth) with water. Scrub it with a wet toothbrush to clean off all the grass and debris that was in your horse’s mouth. Give your horse a carrot, an apple, or a horse treat. Make sure to give it to the horse with your palm flat so that it doesn’t nibble your fingers by mistake. Pet him again, especially if you had a good ride! Your instructor will help you lead your horse either back to its stall or to the pasture where it lives.

TL;DR in English: Dismount your horse. Groom your horse. Clean and put away your horse’s tack. Praise your horse.
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If you only have a few crabs, using a nit comb to remove pubic lice and nits is one of the simplest and most cost effective treatments for the parasite.  The treatment is also time consuming as it can take up to 14 days to manually get rid of all lice and nits. It is very common to combine this technique with another natural treatment. Petroleum jelly suffocates the lice on your pubic hair. Apply petroleum jelly generously to the pubic area. Make sure that the jelly covers the base of the pubic hair to make it easier to remove nits with a nit comb. You may apply petroleum jelly as many times as needed to get rid of the lice and nits. Be aware that regular petroleum jelly should not be used to treat pubic lice and nits in the eyebrows or eyelashes because it can be very irritating to the eye. However, your doctor can prescribe an ophthalmic grade petroleum jelly that can be applied to the eyebrows and eyelashes. Trimming pubic hair as short as possible will increase the effectiveness of other treatments for pubic lice, whether natural, over-the-counter, or prescription. It is important to note that just shaving pubic hair is not an effective treatment for pubic lice, as they may simply relocate to other hairy areas of the body.

TL;DR in English: Comb your pubic hair. Apply petroleum jelly (Vaseline). Trim your pubic hair.
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Ibuprofen or acetaminophen can be taken if the pain does not diminish on its own or if other symptoms don't develop. These medications can also help reduce your child’s fever and can make him or her feel better.  Never give children under the age of 18 aspirin as this has been linked to Reye's syndrome, which can result in brain damage and liver problems.  Use child-strength formulations when giving any pain reliever to children. Follow the dosing recommendations on the package or ask your pediatrician. Do not give ibuprofen to children under the age of 6 months. A warm compress will help lessen the pain of an ear infection. You can use a warm, damp washcloth.  You can also fill a clean tube sock with rice or beans and tie or sew the open end of the sock shut. Microwave the sock for 30 seconds at a time until it is the desired temperature. Apply the compress to the ear.  You can also use salt as a natural remedy. Heat one cup of salt and place it in a cloth. Tie it up with a rubber band and place it on the affected ear for 5-10 minutes when it’s bearably hot while lying down. Apply the warm compress for 15-20 minutes at a time. Your body needs rest to recover from infections. Make sure that you do not push yourself too hard while you have an ear infection, particularly if you also have a fever. Pediatricians do not recommend that you keep a child home from school for an ear infection unless s/he has a fever. However, you should probably monitor your child’s activity to make sure s/he gets the rest s/he needs. Particularly if a fever is present, you should drink extra fluids. The Institute of Medicine recommends that you drink at least 13 cups (3 liters) of fluids daily if you are male, and at least 9 cups (2.2 liters) of fluids daily if you are female. The Valsalva's Maneuver can be used to open up the eustachian tubes and relieve the "stuffed up" feeling that may occur with an ear infection. You should only do this maneuver if you do not currently have ear pain.  Take a deep breath and close your mouth....

TL;DR in English: Take over-the-counter pain medication. Apply a warm compress. Get plenty of rest. Stay hydrated. Try Valsalva's Maneuver if no pain is present. Place a few drops of warm mullein or garlic oil in your ear. Try a naturopathic remedy.
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Log in if you are not logged in automatically.  It's just below the pin. This will bring you to the pinner's board. Be sure you do not click on the pin itself as this will take you to the original pin. It will be in a circle and be found on the top of the board just  to the right of the center. You can also choose to simply follow this board by clicking the follow button. Now that you have followed this person you will see their new pins on your pinboard.

TL;DR in English: Open pinterest.com. Find a pin made by someone you want to follow. Click on the pinner's name. Click on the pinner's profile image. Click on Follow.
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A brochure is a valuable, tangible piece of marketing material that is ultimately used to sell. Unlike a website, you have a limited amount of space on which to provide information. When writing a brochure be specific with what you are selling.   Don’t try to cover too many topics in one brochure. While a brochure can be used to highlight your overall offerings, it's often good to have multiple brochures. You should have a brochure for each individual product or service. For example, if you’re a company that builds beautiful custom rooms in people’s homes, like kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, you may have more success in your brochure if you only cover one room. Instead of offering a lot of broad information, you want your brochure to focus on one topic. Perhaps you write one brochure on only kitchens. Get specific to one room so you can explain every detail from the type of tile you offer to the colors of the cabinet handles. Pretend you’ve come across your own brochure. When looking at the front ask yourself what kind of information you would want to find inside. Write down and answer any questions you may have. You can use these in your brochure.  Identify your target audience. You want to think about where people will pick up this brochure. Who these people are. Are you writing your brochure to an individual consumer who is looking for a product or service? Or are you writing your brochure for a team of investors and board members? Your voice and tone and even the information you provide will be different based on who is going to be reading your brochure. If you’re writing about all the ways you can customize a kitchen to a potential customer, your tone may be more lighthearted and include more lifestyle information. Include info for options on materials and different builds. Focus on how what you offer will make your customers feel. You want to create content that the benefits you can provide. If you’re writing to more of a corporate crowd, or in a B2B (business to business) setting, you might want to...

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Download Gboard. Set Gboard as your default keyboard. Open your Android's  Messages. Select a conversation. Tap the text field. Tap the microphone icon. Say aloud your text message. Send your message.

Use a sharp knife to shave the beef into very thin slices. Cut the onion and shiitake mushrooms into moderately thin slices, as well.  To save yourself time and effort, ask the butcher to slice the beef very thinly before packaging it. If the butcher does not slice the beef, freeze it for 1 hour before slicing it yourself. Partially frozen meat is easier to cut than fully thawed meat. The slices of beef should be just a little thicker than cold cut lunchmeat is. This thinness is key. Beef that is too thick will not cook quickly enough. The slices of onion and mushroom should both be approximately 1/3 inch (1 cm) thick. Place the butter in a medium saucepan and set it on the stove. Heat over medium for a few minutes, just until the butter is completely melted. Add the sliced onions and sliced shiitake mushrooms to the melted butter. Cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes. The onion should become translucent and the shiitake mushrooms should feel notably tender. Add both alcohols to the saucepan. Cook for another 2 minutes. During this time, most of the actual alcohol should burn away, leaving only the flavor behind. Add the water, Dashi powder, soy sauce, sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic to the contents of the saucepan. Stir to combine. Allow the contents of the pan to reach a steady simmer before continuing. Place the thin slices of raw beef in the saucepan. Reduce the heat to low and cook gently for 3 to 5 minutes.  Use cooking chopsticks or tongs to carefully separate the beef slices as they cook. Doing so can help prevent the beef from sticking together. This may seem like an abnormally short cooking time, but if the beef has been sliced to an adequately thin size, it should be plenty. Do not overcook the beef since it can easily become dry. Fill two serving bowls with freshly steamed white rice. Divide the gyudon evenly and spread it over the rice in both bowls. For an even more authentic experience, prepare Asian-style sticky rice or sushi rice instead of relying on instant rice. Top each...

TL;DR in English: Slice the beef and vegetables. Melt the butter. Sauté the onion and shiitake mushrooms. Mix in the sake and mirin. Stir in the water and remaining seasonings. Add the beef and simmer gently. Serve over rice. Top with the egg. Add any other desired accompaniments.
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You need to include a “works cited” page with your paper. This page lists the published material that you’ve used to write your paper. This might include a collection of Shakespeare’s works, a single volume with one play, or an anthology of several different authors’ works.  Depending on the citation style, the works cited page may be called a “bibliography” or a “references” page. Don’t just list the play that you’re citing. You need to indicate the publication in which the play appears. Alphabetize the works cited page. Sample entry for an anthology: Shakespeare, William. “The Comedy of Errors.” The Oxford Anthology of Tudor Drama. Ed. Greg Walker. Oxford, UK: Oxford U P, 2014. 682-722. Print.  Sample entry for a collection of a single author’s works: Shakespeare, William. Love Poems and Sonnets of William Shakespeare. New York: Doubleday, 1991. Print.  Sample entry for a single work: Shakespeare, William. Romeo and Juliet. Ed. Jill L. Levenson. New York: Oxford U P, 2000.  Sample entry for a live play: Hamlet. By William Shakespeare. Dir. Dominic Dromgoole and Bill Buckhurs. Shakespeare's Globe, London. 25 April 2014. Performance. Depending on your preference and the requirements of your class, you may choose to use one of several formats, including MLA, APA, or Chicago. Each style is slightly different in terms of format. Follow one style for your entire paper. The works cited page starts on a new page after your essay. Title this page “Works Cited” with the words centered and bolded at the top of the page. Align each entry on the left.

TL;DR in English: Include the publications or books that you used. Follow a consistent format. Include the works cited page as the final page of your paper.
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Most cases will just one screwdriver to access. Some cases use thumbscrews, but a screwdriver can still help loosen an overly-tight screw.  The most common screw is a 6-32, which you can use a standard #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove. This is the larger of the two most common sizes. The second most common screw is the M3. This is slightly smaller than the 6-32, but can still be removed with a #2 Phillips screwdriver. If you want to clean the inside of your case, you'll likely need some compressed air and a small vacuum. An electrostatic wriststrap can be helpful for grounding yourself while working inside the computer, but you can ground yourself without one. Use your operating system's Shutdown function turn the computer off. If you're afraid you won't be able to remember where everything goes when you need to plug it back in, take a picture or draw a diagram first. This is located on the back of the computer, and contains a variety of different connectors, including Ethernet, speakers, USB, display, and more. Knowing where this is will help you orient your case on the table. This will ensure that you remove the correct panel on the computer and can access the components inside. Avoid laying your case on the carpet when working on the inside. You should see two or three screws along the top edge of the back of the case that hold the side panel in place. Removing these screws will allow you to remove the side panel. Lots of enthusiast cases and some cases from major manufacturers will use different case panel mechanisms. Some use thumbscrews that you can remove by hand, while others have a simple latch and no screws at all. If you're having difficulty figuring out how to remove or open the side panel on your case, look up your computer or case model online. Electrostatic discharge can cause significant damage to your components without you even realizing it. Ensure that you are properly grounded by attaching your electrostatic wristband to the bare metal of the computer case, or by touching a metal water...

TL;DR in English: Gather your tools. Shut down the computer. Unplug all of the cables from the back of the computer. Identify the motherboard I/O (Input/Output) panel. Lay the case on your work surface with the I/O panel laying closest to the surface. Find the screws along the back of the case. Ground yourself before touching any components. Clean your computer while it's open.
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Bankruptcy should only be used as a last resort. Before filing, try other options available to you to pay off your debts.  Contact your creditors and try to negotiate for a loan settlement or a repayment plan with lower payments. Alternately, you can try a short sale of your assets to cover your debt, assuming you are not underwater on your loan. Try consulting with a debt management agency before deciding to file for bankruptcy. Certain kinds of debt cannot be discharged, or erased, even if you declare bankruptcy. Categorize all of your debt and calculate how much falls into categories that cannot be discharged.  If the majority of your debt cannot be erased, then bankruptcy may not the right option for you. Note that each state has specific provisions for those assets which are exempt from bankruptcy. Be sure to check state law. The following kinds of debt cannot be discharged in a bankruptcy:  Alimony Child Support Debts that arise after bankruptcy is filed Some debts incurred in the six months prior to filing bankruptcy Loans obtained fraudulently Debts from personal injury while driving intoxicated Debts from willful and malicious injuries to person or property Some student loans Some taxes Secured loans, as lenders can foreclose on their capital While bankruptcy proceedings will seek to seize and sell off your valuable assets to repay creditors, there are some assets that are protected under state law. The exempted assets will depend on the type of bankruptcy you are filing for and your state's laws. Assets may be completely protected or protected up to a certain value. For example, there might be at automobile exemption of $5,000, meaning that you could keep a $4,000 car but not a $20,000 one.   Common protected assets are cars, wedding rings, and your home. Some states may offer "wild card" exemptions that allow you to keep any other valuable assets up to a certain amount. Chapter 13 bankruptcy allows you to keep all of your assets, but you can reduce your liability to creditors by selling of assets...

TL;DR in English: Consider other options. Analyze your debt. Know which assets are exempt from seizure in bankruptcy proceedings. Understand that bankruptcy does not erase debt for cosigners. Learn about the different kinds of bankruptcy. Understand the Consequences of Bankruptcy.
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Delegate. DELEGATE! The time has come: your party is going to start soon. Grab a few close buddies and delegate duties. Or plan in advance and ask specific people or groups to be responsible for specific tasks. It only helps your attendance and trains volunteers to be future leaders. This might sound tyrannical, but it can actually make them feel more involved -- so long as you're not giving them bathroom duty! Have someone set up the table, someone or a committee doing the decorations, and time will fly by. Consider delegating your guests, too, as a party idea. When guests are given a job not only do they feel like they're part of the party magic but then they have to come! One person can bring a dessert, one person the ice, etc. Only together do you have a party -- with way less responsibility on your part. People need to be able to circulate, sit down, and use the washroom. Make sure there is handicap access and that bathrooms are geographically close. Rearrange the furniture as needed and planned out in your setup. Stash supplies somewhere accessible, but safe -- when you run out of something, you'll be prepared. The place has to be functional for you, too! To a certain extent, it's just going to get messy. So while you should have a clean floor, a clean toilet, and a clean table, don't bust out your toothbrush and start etching away years of grime. You can do that after the party, when you're already on your hands and knees mopping up patches of mysterious sticky goo. This can be as simple as throwing on a tablecloth and waiting for the potluck dishes to show up or as extravagant as lining the entire room in glitter snowflakes, making fake snow, and turning the AC on high. Luckily, there's no wrong way to go about it.  The one thing you shouldn't forget, it's lights. People love shiny things, especially if your party is outside. So, tiki torches, candles, Christmas lights (or variations thereof), and light-up decorations put the icing on the cake. Think what a lighting committee could come up with to add...

TL;DR in English: Delegate. Make sure the place is tidy and functional. Decorate! Keep the guests entertained and mingling. Know when to call it quits.
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You can download the free Gboard app, which contains talk-to-text functionality, from the Google Play Store:  Open the Google Play Store. Tap the search bar. Type in gboard. Tap Gboard - the Google Keyboard in the drop-down list of results. Tap INSTALL. In order to use Gboard with your Messages app, you'll need to set it as the Messages default:  Open Settings. Scroll down and tap System. Tap Language, input & gestures (or similar). Tap Virtual keyboard. Tap Manage keyboards. Tap the white "Gboard" switch or empty checkbox to enable Gboard. Tap the back button, then tap Default keyboard. Tap Gboard. Tap the Messages app icon, which resembles a white speech bubble on a dark-blue background. Tap the conversation to which you want to send your text message.  If the Messages app opens to a conversation you don't want to use, press your Android's "Back" button to go back to the Messages page. You can create a new message by tapping the blue-and-white + icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen. It's at the bottom of the screen. Gboard will open. It's in the upper-right side of the Gboard keyboard. Doing so turns on the talk-to-text microphone. Speak clearly when dictating the message that you want to send. Using words like "comma", "period", "question mark", and "exclamation mark" will prompt the related punctuation to appear instead of typing the word itself. Tap the microphone icon again to close the talk-to-text feature, then tap the "Send" icon to the right of the text field. Unfortunately, you can't use Gboard to send the message for you.

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Take 15 minutes to write the essay. Use a hook in your introduction. Write your three body paragraphs. Summarize your thoughts in your conclusion.

Buckle the helmet onto your head and fasten the Velcro on your elbow and knee pads. When you ride a Ripstik, you can move at rather fast speeds and have the potential to fall and hurt yourself. To prevent hurting your head, arms, and legs, wear a helmet and protective padding. It’s also helpful to have a pair of sneakers with rubber soles. They help you stabilize your feet on the board. It is much easier to balance if you have a friend who can support your weight as you stand on the board. Grasp their shoulder as you get balanced, then let go of them when your footing feels secure. If you don’t have a friend, lean on a wall or railing to help you get on the board. To get started, find a flat paved surface to practice on. This can be a sidewalk, driveway, or empty parking lot, for instance. Place the RipStik on the ground so it rests on its side. The board should face you and the wheels should point away from you. Avoid riding through areas with cracks, speed bumps, water, and sand. Any of these may throw off your balance and cause you to fall. The front of the board is slightly more narrow, and this is called the “nose.” If your right foot is your dominant foot, place your left foot at the nose of the board. When you ride a RipStik, the nose must be facing forward.  Riding with your left foot in front is referred to as riding "regular." Riding "goofy" is when you ride with your right foot on the nose of the board. The larger end called the tail of the board. After one of your feet is centered on the nose, use your other foot to gain some momentum, and then square your foot on the center of the board. Move your foot in one quick motion so you can easily find your balance. At this point, both feet should be centered on each end of the board.  You’ll find that speed equals stability when riding a RipStik, so pushing with one of your feet will help you get balanced. If a friend is helping you, they can let go at this time. If you are struggling to maintain your balance, try pushing off with a bit more force and...

TL;DR in English: Put on a helmet, elbow pads, and knee pads to stay safe. Have a friend help you balance if you need help getting on the board. Put your RipStik on a smooth, flat surface. Place your non-dominant foot on the nose of the board. Push off with your dominant foot and place it on the tail. Reposition your footing if your feet are not centered. Maintain your balance as the board is moving. Step off the RipStik when you want to stop.
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Take one of the 22.5 by 18.5 in (57 by 47 cm) rectangles and put it on the floor. This will be the base of your jump box. Then, put the 28 by 20 in (71 by 51 cm) pieces on opposite sides of the bottom rectangle with the 28 in (71 cm) sides going upwards and the 20 in (51 cm) sides on the part of the bottom rectangle that’s 18.5 inches (47 cm) long. Add the 28 by 22.5 in (71 by 57 cm) rectangles to the remaining sides of the bottom rectangle, with the 22.5 in (57 cm) side lined up with the 22.5 in (57 cm) edge of the bottom rectangle. If the wood doesn’t line up, you’ll have to go back and make cuts to change this. Apply Gorilla glue in a thick, even coat down the thin sides of the plywood. Work one piece at a time, then press the pieces together. Leave them to dry for 10-15 minutes before moving on to the next piece. Wipe off the excess glue that drips down the sides of the plywood as you wait. Place these wood screws about 5 inches (13 cm) apart and drill them into all 4 sides of the top and bottom piece of plywood. Then, drill wood screws about 5 inches (13 cm) apart along the left and right sides of the 28 by 22.5 in (71 by 57 cm) rectangles. The goal is to have screws connecting each piece of plywood to every piece of plywood that it’s touching. Though the Gorilla glue dried during application, give your box a few hours to fully set. Then, once the box feels sturdy, gently step on it to test it out. If it holds, lightly jump on it to ensure the box is safe, and not wobbly. The beauty of having a 28 by 24 by 20 in (71 by 61 by 51 cm) jump box is that it gives you 3 separate heights with which to work. You can start with 20 in (51 cm) box jumps and work your way up to the bigger heights with time and practice. This is an optional step, but one that give your jump box a professional look. Coat the box with an even spray, using whichever color you’d like. Once you’ve painted each side of the jump box once, add a second coat to each side to give your box a polished finish. Work in the garage or outside your...

TL;DR in English: Put the box together by hand to see if the pieces line up. Apply the glue to every edge that touches a different edge. Drill wood screws into the edges of the rectangles to connect the pieces. Let the box sit for 2 hours before testing it. Spray paint your jump box to decorate it.
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Technically speaking, only certain kinds of bees, including honey bees, create beehives. Beehives are waxy (not made of paper-like material), can vary widely in size, and are usually built into an opening of an existing structure (like a tree or house).  Wasps, yellow jackets, and hornets, as well as bumblebees and carpenter bees, all build different kinds of nests that aren’t actually hives. Honey bee hives typically house 10,000-50,000 or more bees. Check a reliable online guide to help determine what type of bee or stinging insect you’re dealing with, and if the nest is in fact a beehive. Bee populations are currently in decline, for reasons that are not fully understood. So, if the bees in the hive are not bothering you, but are simply in the garden pollinating your flowers, leave them alone. They don't sting unless they feel threatened.  However, always call a professional if you're allergic to bee venom. If you’re allergic, a bee sting may cause swelling of the throat or lips, and can in rare cases be fatal. Likewise, if the beehive is attached to your home, you should always take action and have it removed. The bees will probably work their way into your home, and the expanding hive can cause major structural damage over time. Bees pollinate a large percentage of the food crops humans eat, along with thousands of varieties of flowering plants. So, unless you have a good reason to live without bees, try to learn to live with them. Because honey bee numbers are on the decline, local beekeepers may be willing relocate your hive to their beekeeping operation for free or a nominal fee. And, if they don’t provide that service themselves, they probably know of someone who does.  Look online or in a phone book. Search for beekeepers or apiaries in your local area. Ask at locally-owned markets or general stores—especially if they sell local honey—for leads on local bee wranglers or beekeepers. Call your local farmer’s market or plant nursery, as they probably deal with beekeepers. In some cases, you simply...

TL;DR in English: Confirm that you’re dealing with a beehive. Leave the beehive alone if the bees aren’t bothering you. Hire a beekeeper to relocate a troublesome hive. Call an exterminator if relocation or DIY removal aren’t viable options.
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If you haven’t cleaned your window tracks in a while you may need a variety of supplies to get your window tracks back to that new and clean look. You’ll need:  A good vacuum with a hose attachment. A brush head can also help you break up caked on dirt. A thin cleaning brush or an old toothbrush. You can also purchase special window track cleaning brushes. These brushes are designed with a special brush head that’s made to get all those hard to reach corners in the window track. A clean bucket of warm or hot water. Add a few drops of dish soap or Dawn Soap until you see foamy bubbles. One towel to dip into your water and one dry towel to wipe up any leftover moisture. You may also want to grab baking soda and vinegar, or hydrogen peroxide to help you break down any tough dirt or mold. You’ll need q-tips as well to loosen the dirt. Take your vacuum cleaner with the attachment hose and suck out all the loose debris in the window track.   Your vacuum will suck up any loose dirt as well as dead insects, dust, cobwebs, etc. Once you have vacuumed up as much debris as you can, use your brush attachment if you have one. Scrub the tracks with your brush to help you break up more debris. Loosen up the muck with vinegar and baking soda. Target the corners first and then work your way into the center.   You may also want to remove your screen for separate cleaning. Pour a small amount of baking soda on your tracks. You only need a couple of tablespoons. Then pour a small amount of vinegar into the tracks. Again, you don’t need a lot. Just enough vinegar so that it causes the baking soda to fizzle. The baking soda and vinegar will help to break up any tougher grime that your vacuum didn’t get. Once you’ve let the vinegar and baking soda soak in and work for a few minutes, go over the grime with your toothbrush, pulling it to the center of the window. Use a butter knife to lift the grime out of the track. A rule of thumb is to wait until the baking soda stops fizzling.  Start at the corners and sweep all the muck toward...

TL;DR in English: Grab your cleaning supplies. Vacuum up any bigger pieces of debris and dirt. Clean the corners and tough spots. Scrub the tracks with a toothbrush and then place paper towels on the tracks to soak up the vinegar.
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According to the American Optometric Association, using clean fingertips, warm water, and dish soap is the preferred way to clean your eyeglasses. Before you start the cleaning process, have a clean, soft, lint-free cloth or microfiber towel handy to dry your lenses after you've washed them.  Avoid dish soaps that contain lotions or harsh solvent chemicals, like ammonia or alcohol. You should never touch your anti-glare lenses without wetting with them first.  You’ll be using your fingertips to clean your lenses, so wash away any lotion, dirt, oil, and other grime from your hands prior to cleaning your glasses. Don't touch your lenses with unwashed hands. Run your glasses under a gentle stream of lukewarm tap water. Flowing water will wash away debris that could damage lenses. Don’t use hot water, as too much heat will ruin the anti-glare coating. Dab a drop of mild dish soap, such as Dawn original, onto each lens. Gently rub and lather for several seconds with your fingertips in soft, circular motions across each side of the lenses. Make sure to get into nooks and crannies, to clean the earpieces, and to remove oils and any other buildup from the nose pads. Hold your glasses under a stream of lukewarm water once again. Wash away the soap suds from both sides of the lenses, frames, and all other parts. Inspect your eyewear carefully to make sure all of the soap has been removed, as any left on will cause smearing. Gently shake off any excess moisture, taking care not to bend the frame or earpieces. Use a microfiber towel or soft, lint-free cloth to completely dry them. Avoid using towels that have served other purposes or have been stored in the kitchen. These will have likely picked up grease, dust, or cooking oil residue that’ll smear or scratch your lenses. Don’t use fabric softener or dryer sheets when laundering your eyeglass cloths. These substances can smear or leave residue on your lenses.

TL;DR in English: Use dish soap, warm water, and your fingertips. Rinse the lenses with water. Apply a small amount of dish soap to each lens. Rinse away the suds. Shake off excess water and wipe dry.
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Now that you have your thesis statement and your outline, focus on composing content for each part of the essay. Try to spend two to three minutes on each body paragraph. Then, take three minutes on your conclusion paragraph and go back to your introduction. Spend the last three minutes revising your introduction so it matches the tone and perspective of the rest of your essay. There are several possible hooks you can use in your essay to draw your reader in.  An interesting or surprising example: This could be a personal experience or a key moment in the life of the historical figure you are discussing in your essay. For example, you may discuss Anthony’s childhood as a Quaker and her later adoption of more casual dress and growing interest in social reform at the age of 26.  A provocative quotation: This could be from a source you used for your essay or one that feels relevant to your topic. For example, you may use a well known quote from Anthony, such as: “Cautious, careful people, always casting about to preserve their reputation and social standing, never can bring about a reform. Those who are really in earnest must be willing to be anything or nothing in the world's estimation, and publicly and privately, in season and out, avow their sympathy with despised and persecuted ideas and their advocates, and bear the consequences.”  A vivid anecdote: An anecdote is a very short story that carries moral or symbolic weight. Think of an anecdote that might be a poetic or powerful way to start your essay. A thought provoking question: create a question that will get your reader thinking and engaged in your topic. For example: “Did you ever wonder how women received the right to vote in the United States?” Focus on fleshing out each paragraph with at least one example of your main point. Sign-post each paragraph by beginning with a strong argumentative point that links to a supporting example of your main point. If you use an essay on Susan B. Anthony as an example:  Body paragraph 1: You may start by discussing...

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Use good posture Prop yourself up if you have trouble breathing while you're sleeping. Limit your exposure to air pollutants and irritants. Do an elimination diet to help heal a leaky gut. Use an air filter to improve your indoor air quality. Exercise Stop smoking

An “I” statement is more likely to lead to a good outcome than starting your sentences with “You.” “You” statements tend to put people on the defensive. Work on phrasing anything you say to your mom so that it starts with “I.” For example, instead of saying, “You never let me have any time to myself,” you might say something like, “I am feeling a little stressed right now, so I would appreciate some time to myself.” If you ask your mom for something, and she says no, do not throw a temper tantrum. If you do, your mom will likely never change her mind. Instead, remain calm and explain your position. Your mom is more likely to understand your side if you communicate in a calm and rational manner. If you just walked in the door and your mom wants you to complete your chores immediately, you could respond by saying: "I need 30 minutes to unwind after school and then I will do my chores." This is more productive than starting a fight with your mom by refusing to do any chores. When you are having a conversation with your mom it is important that you actively listen to what she is saying. Try to make eye contact with her and don’t just look at your phone the whole time. This will cause her to become frustrated and will make it appear as though you are not trying to understand her position. Once you and your mom are able to communicate in a respectful manner and listen to the perspective of the other person, then you will likely be able to come to a compromise on a few key issues. A successful compromise will allow you both to feel as though you reached an appropriate solution.  For example, perhaps you could agree to clean your room if you are allowed to stay out with friends an hour later. Keep in mind that you may not always come to a compromise. If this happens, then work on a compromise for the next issue that comes up.

TL;DR in English: Use “I” statements. Remain calm. Listen to what she says. Try to find a compromise.
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Most application forms will offer all of the important information on how the audition process will work. Look for any statements about dress codes, essential supplies, rules, and prerequisites. Be sure to follow every rule listed on your application to the best of your ability. Reach out to a choreographer or staff member if you’re unsure about anything listed on the application, or would like more clarification. There may occasionally be requirements that aren’t listed on the application. Ask if you will need to bring any extra documentation, such as a dance resume or photos. Some audition staff will require you to send your information as part of your initial application, especially if the audition is private. Others will want you to bring your own information directly to the audition. Some auditions will require a dance resume as part of your audition package. Write one out if you do not have one already. A dance resume should list your professional experience, education and credentials, and outstanding achievements. You should also include your email address, phone number, and name so the staff can reach out to you after the audition. You may also want to attach a dance photo. The staff may request a dance photo from all auditioners, especially if the audition is open to everyone. Most dance shots are of the dancer in action, posing in a way that best shows off their form and technique. The audition staff can refer to this photo as they decide on callbacks. Load up a backpack or tote bag with a few essentials, such as water bottles, a spare pair of dance shoes, elastic hair bands, and basic first aid supplies. These items will then be readily available to you on the off chance you need them.

TL;DR in English: Review your audition application thoroughly. Ask the audition staff about their rules if you’re confused. Compose your dance resume. Pack a bag of supplies.
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You will know when something doesn't feel right. Even if your friend might feel okay about the situation, it might not be okay for you. Be strong and do what is right for you. Your friends will respect your choices, and those that don't respect your decisions are people you don't want to have in your life to begin with. Remember that your opinion and feelings matter, even if they go against the group. You should never be ashamed of not wanting to drink or do drugs. Just because your friends may be ready to have sex doesn't mean you are ready - and there is nothing wrong with that. You are an individual, and you matter. Never let anyone make you feel less than that or question what you believe is right. Every person is an individual who enjoys different things. You don't have to do the things your friends or peers do. Maybe you like comic books while they like basketball, or maybe you like swimming while they like video games. Be confident in the things that you like and do things that make you happy. Spend your time engaging in healthy activities that you are passionate about.  Doing activities that you like can help you avoid peer pressure. If you are giving in to peer pressure, you are consenting to participate in activities that you are uncomfortable doing. These activities are probably not healthy for you, otherwise you wouldn't feel bad about doing them. Have the confidence to know what you like and what you don't. Keep your focus on the activities you like. Don't confuse this with not trying new things. Just because you don't like sports doesn't mean you shouldn't go to the park and kick around a soccer ball with your friends. Focusing on what you enjoy and your interests can help you be more self-assured, which will make resisting peer pressure easier. Maybe it's playing an instrument or a new sport. Maybe it's spending time outside, or starting a collection. The reason peer pressure works is because sometimes you feel like being accepted by your friends is the most important thing in the world. If you...

TL;DR in English: Trust your gut. Make yourself happy. Try something new. Make your opinions known. Identify troubling or triggering situations. Don't allow people to make you feel bad about yourself.
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The focal point of the room will depend on what room you're in. In a living room, it could be a picture window, fireplace or television. In a bedroom, it should be the bed. A dining room, the table. Figure out what the focal point of the room will be, since the majority of the furniture will be around it. If you have the option to get an item of different sizes, get one that fits the space that it's in. For example, don't get a bed or dining table that is too big for the room. There should be a minimum of three feet around the large objects in a room, to make them usable. Move your focal point, if you can, to the best spot in the room. This should be a place where, when you walk in to the room, you should have the focal point facing you and very prominent. Your eye should be drawn to the object. Draw further attention to the focal point later by placing accessories in this area. For a bedroom this will mean side tables with lamps or other items, while with a couch it will mean paintings or a mirror. A TV should generally be made more prominent with shelving or bookshelves, unless it is a part of a large entertainment center.

TL;DR in English: Decide your focal point. Scale it properly. Move your focal point. Draw attention to the point.
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Short stories are an incredible genre all their own, and if you really want to be well-read, then you have to read the short stories of classic masters as well as some contemporary short stories. For short stories, it's more important to read the works of a particular author than a collection, so here is a list of classic short story writers as well as more contemporary writers that you have to check out:   Classic short story masters (1600-1950): Edgar Allan Poe, Anton Chekhov, Ernest Hemingway, Jorge Luis Borges, Kafka, Isaac Babel, John Updike, Katherine Mansfield, Eudora Welty, and Ray Bradbury.  Contemporary short story masters: (1950-Present): Flannery O'Connor, Raymond Carver, Donald Barthelme, Tim 'O Brien, George Saunders, Jhumpa Lahiri, Junot Diaz, Z.Z. Packer, Joyce Carol Oates, and Denis Johnson.  Classic Short Story Collections:   In Our Time by Ernest Hemingway (1925)  A Good Man is Hard to Find by Flannery O'Connor (1953)  What We Talk About When We Talk About Love by Raymond Carver (1981)  Jesus' Son by Denis Johnson (1992)  Interpreter of Maladies by Jhumpa Lahiri (1999) If you want to be well-read, then you also have to read the works of classic playwrights. Though Shakespeare is the playwright you should know the best, he has been previously listed. However, there are other contemporary and not-so-contemporary plays that you should read if you want to call yourself well-read. Check these out:  Everything by Shakespeare, including Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, and Much Ado About Nothing (1606, 1597, 1599)  Hedda Gabler and A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen (1890, 1879)  The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde (1895)  Cyrano de Bergerac by Edmund Rostand (1897)  The Cherry Orchard and Uncle Vanya by Chekhov (1904, 1897)  Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw (1912)  Our Town by Thornton Wilder (1938)  Death of a Salesman and The Crucible by Arthur Miller (1949, 1953)  Waiting for Godot by Samuel Beckett (1949)  Twelve Angry Men by Reginald Rose (1954)  A Streetcar Named Desire, The Glass...

TL;DR in English: Read short stories. Read plays. Read poetry. Read non-fiction. Read popular fiction and non-fiction.
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so it’s easier to breathe. Poor posture compresses your lungs and airways, making it harder for you to breathe. Improve your posture by straightening your spine when you’re sitting or standing. Additionally, roll your shoulders back and tilt your chin up. This may help you breathe better. Look in the mirror to check out your posture. Practice standing or sitting up straight until it feels natural to you. You may struggle to breathe while you're lying down, especially at night. If this happens, use pillows or a wedge to prop up your upper body. This will take some of the pressure off your lungs so you can breathe better while you sleep. You might also try putting a folded blanket under your pillow. Air pollution can affect your lungs and airways, making it harder for you to breathe. While you might not be able to avoid all air pollution, you can reduce your exposure to it. Here are some ways to avoid exposure to common air pollutants:  Avoid spending time outdoors around pollutants. Stay away from allergens. Don’t use perfumes and colognes. Stop using air fresheners. Pick fragrance-free personal care products and cleaners. Avoid burning candles or incense. Clean your home often to prevent dust and mold. Step away when someone is smoking to avoid second-hand smoke. If you're sensitive to a food you're eating, it may cause holes in your intestines that allow bacteria and food particles to escape into your body. This triggers inflammation and illness in your body as it tries to fight off the invaders. The inflammation can cause breathing issues and allergies. To help you heal, do an elimination diet to improve your gut health. Eliminate common food allergies like milk, gluten, eggs, soy, sugar, nuts, and caffeine for 3-4 weeks. Once you start to feel better, add the foods back 1 at a time to see if they affect you. Stop eating any foods that make your symptoms return. Unfortunately, the air inside your home may be full of indoor air pollutants. This can irritate your lungs and make it harder for you to breathe...

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Try hair styling wax and gel on very straight hair. Apply hair styling wax without gel to dry, curly hair for waves. Add gel to curly hair to keep it curly. Comb in pomade to straight or curly hair.

On a fake pair of Yeezys, the stitching is a messy criss-cross. The real ones have neat stitching that creates an “X” on both sides with a square separating them. Fake Yeezys could have any number of dots, but real Yeezys have exactly 9 in the center box.  The dots outside the rectangle don't count. On fake Yeezys, the stripes look like they've been printed on. A quick way to verify the shoe’s authenticity is by judging the material. A fake pair of Yeezys has a softer fabric, making it easy to identify as a counterfeit. The shoe’s tongue is another dead giveaway regarding its realness. A fake pair of Yeezy's soft material makes the tongue slouchier, while a real pair stands straight up.

TL;DR in English: Look for messy stitching. Count the red dots on the heel tab. See how the stripes on the inside of the heel tab blend in. Check the material’s quality.
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Tests, quizzes, and projects fall into the category of summative assessments. These are formally graded assignments and are the main way teachers evaluate student learning. Formative assessments, such as homework, are the tools teachers use to develop required skills and knowledge. Since they're opportunities to learn from mistakes, avoid formally grading homework assignments.  Give credit for completing homework assignments, but don't count wrong answers against their grade. Factor their overall homework score into their final grade. For instance,  they completed 38 of 40 assignments, and homework is 20% of their final grade, they get 19 out of 20 points. and projects without reading students’ names. Grading anonymously helps eliminate conscious and subconscious biases. It’s tough to grade handwritten assignments blindly, but you should still do your best to stick to anonymous grading. Blind grading techniques include covering students’ names, having them write their names on the backs of assignments, and having them write assigned ID numbers instead of their names. Start by sampling about a quarter of essay tests or research papers. If you’ve collected 25 essays, skim 5 or 10. This will help you get a feel for the quality range of the assignment you’re grading. For essay tests, read and grade the first essay on all the tests, then grade the second essay. For other test formats, grade each section 1 at a time. Grading item-by-item will help you keep each section’s criteria fresh in mind.

TL;DR in English: Use graded assignments to assess and ungraded work to develop skills. Grade tests Read a few assignments before you grade if the rubric is subjective. Grade tests 1 essay or section of problems at a time.
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" In this method, we use the airflow from a fan to cause a fake fabric "flame" to billow and blow. The size of your flame will depend on the desired size of your fake fire or the space limitations of your fireplace. Taking these measures into account, cut flames accordingly. When it comes to cutting flames, you have several options. You may want to cut many thin strands of fabric to give your fire a thin, "wisp-y" appearance, or, alternatively, you may want to cut a flat flame-shaped sheet for a more robust look. You can even create a 3-dimensional flame by using a tented piece of fabric open at the bottom -- however, if you do this, be sure to cut several holes at the top for the air to pass through or you'll have a "fat", stationary flame. Now that you know your fire works as intended, it's time to give it the appearance of a real fire instead of a fan-powered contraption. For instance, you might try placing logs over and around the flames. You might also want to spread fake ashes and burnt debris over and around the fire.  If you don't have real logs at your disposal, don't worry - you can make fake lightweight logs by cutting pool noodles into short sections and wrapping these in construction paper. Another good idea is to mimic the appearance of "coals" by piling a string of LED or Christmas-style lights beneath the fire. The effect is best if you can find red or orange lights or if you put a layer of red or orange cellophane over the lights.

TL;DR in English: Cut your "flames. Conceal your fan and lights.
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You can change the name of your radio station, but it's recommended that you decide on your main name early on and stick with it. Even though your platform isn't traditional radio, you still want to create a catchy name that users will remember. Look up other radio station names for inspiration.  An internet radio station has no naming restriction guidelines or formats. However, consider playing off of traditional radio stations and including a number in your title. For example, you might call you station, 103 The Mountain. Keep your name short and easy to pronounce. Growing your listener base is an integral part of beginning your internet radio station journey.  Since your station is online, consider promoting through your social media platforms. Create a Facebook page and Twitter account for your station. Update these regularly. When you ask people to listen, make it very clear what link they need to follow. Be patient. Growing an audience takes time. You want to get the name of your station out into the world, and make people want to tune in. Make sure to promote in appropriate places.  After you create your social media pages, invite your personal social media friends to "like" them. Consider emailing your favorite bloggers and asking them to give your station a listen and a shoutout if they like. Post links to your station in places like Reddit. Host a giveaway. Getting people to tune in to your station for a giveaway can be a good way to get that initial contact and listen. Whether your radio is primarily talk comedy or heavy metal, you want to stay consistent.  You'll have to create a niche to generate a regular audience. For music, cohesion doesn't necessarily mean a singular genre. For example, you could center your station around music from the '80s and play music from a few genres. You want your listeners to know when they can expect to listen to your music and what they will hear.  Create regular segments on your station that play certain things. Update your social media with what you are...

TL;DR in English: Create a name. Grow your audience. Advertise your radio station. Create cohesive content. Stay consistent. Plan your shows in advance. Start to monetize.
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Use the style guide assigned to you by your professor to format a works cited list for your essay. This citation list is typically its own page at the end of the essay. Here you will list all the sources you used to find quotes or other relevant materials presented in your work.  Depending upon your style guide, a primary citation of a book from your list may look something like this: “Mike Wilson, A History of Cats (Princeton: Princeton University Press, 2011), 8.” Examples of common style guides include the Chicago Manual of Style, the Turabian Citation Guide, and the AMA Manual of Style. For now, don’t treat sources repeated in the list any differently from one another. Simply focus on creating a proper citation for each work. Look over your list and notice which sources repeat often. Use a highlighter to mark the first time a citation for a specific work appears in your list. If a source only appears on your list once, you don’t need to worry about using ibid, as there are no subsequent references. Look to the citation immediately after your primary citation. If it’s the same, or the same other than the page number, choose the appropriate version of ibid to use.  So if you have the citation “Mike Wilson, A History of Cats (Princeton: Princeton University Press, 2011), 8.” and the citation immediately following is the same, you can change that second citation of the Wilson book to, “Ibid.” If the citation following that primary citation of the Wilson book is to page 9 of the book instead of page 8, change the second citation to "Ibid., 9.” Look for places where citations to the same source repeat, but with other citations in between them. In these cases, you’ll create a secondary citation for the repeating instances. Depending on your chosen style guide, you'll write a secondary citation as something like the author’s name, a comma, the page number, and then a period.  Let’s say an unrelated citation appears between a primary reference to page 8 of the Wilson book and a second identical reference to the...

TL;DR in English: Consult your style guide to create a works cited list. Identify primary citations. Use “Ibid.” or “Ibid., [page number].” for immediate repeats after primary citations. Create secondary citations when sources repeat non-consecutively. Use “Ibid.” when secondary citations immediately repeat.
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Get a generous amount of wax on your fingers. Run it through your roots with your fingertips, which will help with volume, and hit the pieces that float around your face. Finish the ends off with gel, which will help prevent flyaways. Start with blow-dried hair for this process. Separate your hair into sections, and begin applying the wax throughout the hair. Use a generous amount, as you want your hair pretty much soaked in the wax. Gels have too much water in them. They'll make your hair spring back to curls. Start with a leave-in conditioner. Spritz it in to your hair and work it in lightly with your fingers. Add a generous amount of gel to help keep your curls sleek. Use your fingers to work the gel into your hair in sections. For curls that are even more defined, try twisting small strands of hair around your fingers. For a wet ponytail look, comb the pomade in section by section until you've covered all of the hair. Pomade also works on curly hair because it flattens the curls out as you comb it through. If you want to leave your hair down but create a sleek look at the top, work the pomade into the roots with your fingers. Use a fine-tooth comb to work the pomade through the hair, stopping about midway down.

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Open the Better Business Bureau webpage. Click the Find a Business tab. Click the "Find a" text field. Type in your website's URL. Click the "Near" field. Type in a location. Click Search. Review your results.

Sometimes it may be hard to get into a book, even if you have a comfy spot, good lighting, and no distractions. If there aren’t any immediate time constraints, consider putting down the book and coming back to it at a later time. Try to choose a more relaxing time to revisit the book. For instance, you may find that you are better able to focus early in the morning, after working out, or when all your chores or tasks are done for the day. Your brain absorbs the unfolding of the story and information better when you read paper books. This is because you can observe the thickness of the book and use your body to interact with it (turning the pages, for example) while reading. If you prefer e-readers, that’s okay too! However, if you are struggling to understand books, try reading a paper one and take note of any changes that occur in your comprehension. When you get to the end of a chapter or section of a book, stop and ask yourself if you understand the major themes and events. If you recall what happened and have a good understanding, feel free to proceed. If you don’t, though, you should refresh your memory by going back over the previous pages, chapters, or sections. Keep a notebook next to you while you read. Use several different pieces of paper to keep track of main characters or key terms, major plot points, big-picture questions, and things that confuse you. You can refer to these notes later to remember what the book was about. This is especially helpful for academic texts. When reading a book for pleasure, however, frequently stopping can disrupt the flow of your reading. Talking about books is a great way to really understand them. Other people may notice things you didn’t, and vice versa. Talk to your friends or go to your local library to join or organize a club. You can also find book clubs and forums for discussion online.

TL;DR in English: Make sure you’re in the right frame of mind to focus. Pick paper books over e-readers for better understanding. Check your knowledge of what has happened before moving onto a new section. Take good notes while you read. Join a book club to have group discussions.
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Using a 180-grit nail file and 240-grit nail file, smooth the edges of the sculpted nail to even out any inconsistencies.  Start with the 180-grit file, then work over the side walls of the nail. Once the sides look good, file down the free edge. Swap to your 240-grit file and work over the surface of the nail. Sand away any uneven lumps in the artificial nail surface. Tilt the 240-grit file slightly and continue working over the surface of the nail to perfect the contour. Use a clean nail brush to wipe away any dust when finished. Apply a non-cleansing gel sealer over the finished nail, then cure the sealer under heat for two minutes.  Brush a thin layer of the seal over the entire nail just as you would apply a top coat of polish. Start at the cuticle, then gradually work down toward the free edge. Place the nail beneath an LED heat lamp for two minutes to allow the sealer to cure. Note that some sealers may require more or less curing time, so it's best to check the label instructions before proceeding. Dab a small bead of cuticle oil onto the center of the nail. Use your fingers to rub the oil over the nail and into your cuticles. You only need a small droplet of oil for each nail. It should help condition your cuticles while giving the artificial nail a slight shine. This step completes the first sculpted nail. Repeat the sculpting process until all nails are evenly decorated. You can prepare your natural nails all at once, but the actual sculpting and finishing portions of the process must be completed one-by-one.

TL;DR in English: File into the final shape. Seal the nail. Apply cuticle oil to the nail. Examine the finished nail and repeat as needed.
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Words like dextrose, fructose, high fructose corn syrup and “natural flavors” often indicate added sugar. Always check for hidden sugars in prepared sauces and salad dressings. ” These foods may still contain a significant amount of sugar. Read the nutrition information label to find out how many carbohydrates are in the product. Eat fruit that is canned in water, not syrup. If a product contains more than 5 grams of sugar alcohols, then the sugar alcohol may affect your blood sugar levels. Every gram of sugar exceeding 5 grams should count as 1/2 carbohydrate. While food labels often show the number of grams of sugar in a product, you should be most concerned with the net carb count. Other carbs besides sugars have an equally significant effect on blood sugar. Even though these sweeteners are natural, they still contain sugars that will affect your blood glucose.

TL;DR in English: Read ingredient labels carefully to find hidden sugars. Be wary of labels such as “sugar free,” “reduced sugar” or “no added sugar. Watch canned fruit. Use caution when consuming sugar alcohols. Count net carbs instead of sugar. Limit honey and maple syrup.
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If you believe you don't deserve to be in detention, ask your teacher if you can speak with them privately. Maybe somebody else blamed you for something that they did, or maybe your teacher got the facts wrong. Telling your teacher the truth may be able to get you out of detention. Stay civil when talking to your teacher. Don't yell or get upset, because it will look like you are being defensive. Instead, remain calm when telling your teacher your side of the story. Being a kid or a teenager can be difficult – you have to deal with hormones and puberty, bullying, your new love life, your home life, confidence issues, etc. Any of these reasons can sometimes cause you to act out, or do something you normally wouldn't. If you are struggling with something, try talking to your teacher about it.  Talking to your teacher might help them understand your actions. If you're battling some personal problems, that might explain why you're acting out in class. Try to be honest about what's going on in your life with your teacher. Are you having problems at home? Are you being bullied? Maybe your teacher can help you deal with your problems. Getting out of detention is only one small perk of telling your teacher about your problems. Teachers can be great resources for advice and problem solving.  Just try not to sound like you're making stupid excuses. If you know that what you did is wrong and that you deserve to be in detention, don't lie or try to sweet-talk your way out of it. Be honest with your teachers instead of making excuses. Even if your honest reasons aren't good reasons, your teacher will appreciate your honesty. If they see that you are willing to be honest about your actions, they may forgive you, resulting in you not having to serve detention.  Honesty is appreciated by teachers. If they believe you're being honest about your actions, they'll believe that you're being honest about not making the same mistake again. Don't downplay your actions or make them into jokes. This will show your teacher that you are...

TL;DR in English: Make your teacher understand your side of the story. Explain to your teacher why you are acting out. Give honest reasons for for your actions. Don't argue with your teacher.
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Your policies will only be effective if they are explained in clear terms in an employee handbook or guide. This guide should be easily accessible to all employees and define what your policies are and what will be done in the event that they are not followed. For any monitoring policy you have, like internet or phone monitoring, you may want to also explain the thought process that led to your policies. Explaining why you are doing so may help to reduce employee mistrust caused by monitoring their activities. Set clear policies on timekeeping, billable hours (if applicable), personal phone calls, and personal internet use at work. Encourage employees to take off-the-clock breaks where appropriate. If any type of monitoring is taking place beyond standard checking-in on progress, such as if you are using phone or internet monitoring, you should inform your employees directly. Hold a meeting or send out a mass email to explain changes in monitoring policy and explain exactly when and how information will be recorded, saved, and deleted.  In some states, like Connecticut and Delaware, you are legally required to inform your employees of any internet monitoring. Even if you are not required to inform your employees about monitoring, there may be backlash if you don't tell them and they find out on their own. When an employee fails to follow your policies, make sure that the stated disciplinary action for that infraction is taken. Make sure to apply policies equally to all employees. Be clear about your intentions. Document the disciplinary action and have the employee sign disciplinary plans. If you fail to properly follow these guidelines, employees will come to believe that your carefully-set policies will not really be enforced. Don't check in too often or institute overly-limiting internet policies. A nosy boss can decrease morale and make employees feel nervous. Focus on results, rather than on process. If an employee is producing good work and works well in a team, don't harp too much on the details.  Give...

TL;DR in English: Create a written explanation of your policies. Make sure employees are aware of these policies. Follow disciplinary guidelines exactly. Keep your policies within reason.
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The Better Business Bureau website includes a verification process that you can use to validate your selected website. Note that the Better Business Bureau is geared toward matching businesses with your provided website. If you're simply trying to see if the website is safe, use the Google Transparency Report.   For best results, copy and paste the exact URL into this field.  While this isn't mandatory, doing so will narrow your search. If you don't know your business' geographic location, skip this step.  You can verify your website's credibility by comparing the Better Business Bureau's results with the website's claims.  For example, if your website claims to sell shoes but the Better Business Bureau links the URL to an ad revenue service, you know that the site is a scam. However, if the Better Business Bureau results line up with the site's theme, you can probably trust the site.

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