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Insert the appropriate word/phrase given below, in the sentence that follows. After the death of my pet dog, my ______ when dad got me a new pup.

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Insert the appropriate word/phrase given below, in the sentence that follows.

(flattery, appealing, by fits and starts, dashed to, undetected, spirits rose)

After the death of my pet dog, my ______ when dad got me a new pup.

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After the death of my pet dog, my spirits rose when dad got me a new pup.

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Chapter 1.2: The Thief’s Story - English workshop [Page 12]

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Balbharati English Kumarbharati Standard 10 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 1.2 The Thief’s Story
English workshop | Q 2. (b) | Page 12

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