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1. He wandered through the streets.

 

2. The suspect ran across the yard.

 

3. The war refugees sought safety across the border.

 

4. The mayor opposes an independent counsel to investigate complaints.

 

    “It would infringe on the autonomy of the City Council,” said the mayor.

 

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

 

6. During the reporters' 30-year career, he covered wars in 18 countries.

7. State and federal grants funded the project.

 

8. A Cal State Fullerton graduate earned her bachelor’s degree in journalism.