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Use the word given in the bracket and rewrite the sentence.

You tried to kill him. (killing)

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You tried killing him.

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Chapter 1.1: An Astrologer’s Day - Brainstorming (A4) [Page 12]

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Balbharati English - Yuvakbharati 12 Standard HSC Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 1.1 An Astrologer’s Day
Brainstorming (A4) | Q 1.08 | Page 12

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