Be prepared for negative emotions. Be respectful. Be firm. Encourage your ex to self-care. Practice self-care yourself. Avoid contact afterward.

Veterinarians and their staff generally dislike it when people bring cats into their offices without carriers. Understand you'll be met with some resistance if you make the decision to take your cat in without a crate.  Bringing your cat in without a carrier, especially if he's not secured in something like a sport's bag, puts a lot of unnecessary pressure on the staff. Workers in the waiting room have to take extra precautions to make sure your pet is safe and is not injured by dogs or other animals. Also be aware the clinic cannot guarantee your cat's safety when not in a box. For example, a dog off lead may enter the waiting area who likes to chase cats, and bounds at your cat, who may then get injured.  Some vets may actually require cats to be in a carrier. You might want to call ahead and ask first before bringing your cat in without one. Carriers are recommended by veterinarians for a reason. Understand a carrier has several safety features important for your cat.  Carriers ensure a safe car ride by making sure your cat does not roam around the car, causing an accident by interfering with your driving.  Cats are likely to run away when they're frightened. If your cat bolts out the car door, he might be difficult to find. Vet's offices are generally in areas where there area  lot of cars. This could prove dangerous for your cat.  Even if your cat is docile, you can't necessarily predict the behavior of other animals. Many dogs are not friendly with cats and your cat is better off secure inside a carrier if a dog gets aggressive. If you're mainly opposed to using a carrier due to worries over stress, there are measures you can take to make a carrier less stressful for your cat.  Do not just take the carrier out when it's time for a vet visit. Leave it open and out in the living room. Cats are den animals and they may actually enjoy sleeping in their carriers from time to time.  Take your cat on short rides in his carrier now and again. A ride around the block in his carrier will make going to the vet...

TL;DR in English: Understand vets dislike cats coming in without carriers. Know the safety features carriers provide. Find ways to make a carrier less stressful.
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While still holding your index fingers together in a steeple formation, swing your thumbs apart.  Remember that your thumbs are functioning as the door of the church, so opening them emulates opening the doors of the church. Keep your other fingers locked as you do this. Tilt your wrists slightly upward to show the locked fingers inside your hands. Your locked fingers will be lined up as if they are the people sitting inside pews inside the church. They represent the people inside the church, who are revealed once you open the thumb doors.  It’s more fun for children to wriggle their fingers to show that the people are moving inside the church. You’re ready now to say the final part of the rhyme: “Open the doors, and see all the people.” Moving your locked fingers adds a colorful touch to the “people.” Many people drop the last part of the nursery rhyme: “Here’s the parson going upstairs. And here he is saying his prayers.”  A parson is a member of the clergy, especially Anglican.  However, you can add the words at the end if you want. If you do, end your hands with them pressed together in prayer. Press both hands together, with the thumbs pressed together and the fingers point toward the sky. The rhyme is thus a good way to get children to start to pray. The hands in prayer formation are meant to represent the parson praying. If you’re secular, you can drop the last line and prayer hands and just end on the wriggling fingers inside, representing the people.

TL;DR in English: Open your thumbs. Wriggle the fingers. Say the last part of the rhyme.
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You can play online or at your favorite casino. Find machines with good payouts. For example, the payout for a Full House can vary from one to five credits. This information is listed on the payout table. You can reach the payout table from the main menu of the video poker console. Search around for good machines. If you settle for a machine with a low payout, you’ll lose your money more quickly. There are many different kinds of poker games to choose from when playing video poker. However, the most popular game is called “Jacks or Better.”  This particular game is good for beginners as it offers a high payout with relatively low risk. If you can’t find a machine that says “Jacks or Better” in the title, look for a Game King machine. These machines usually offer “Jacks or Better” payout options. Insert coins, dollar bills, credit cards, or casino club membership cards. This money will be applied towards your credit on the machine. You will use this credit to bet. When you’re finished gambling, your remaining credit will be returned to you as your winnings. You don’t have to bet all of your money at once. Instead, press the buttons found at the bottom of the screen to add money to your bet. To bet the maximum amount of money possible, press the “Max Bet” button. The more money you bet, the higher the payout will be if you win. Bet the maximum amount of money whenever possible. You’ll have a much higher chance of making your money back. The machine will deal you five cards. Click on a card to keep it. Click card again to unselect it. If you don’t have any pairs or winning combinations, you can unselect all of the cards to discard all of them. You can press “deal” twice for each hand.  Pressing “deal” will discard all of the unselected cards and give you new ones. If you’re lucky, these new cards will form winning combinations with your old cards. Keep in mind that unless “Auto Hold” is enabled, the machine won’t automatically hold a winning hand for you. Therefore, be sure you’ve examined your hand well before...

TL;DR in English: Choose a video poker machine. Choose a poker game on the machine. Put some money into the machine. Place your bet. Press the “deal” button to begin the game. Collect your winnings.
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When the song begins and Miley is singing "boom boom clap, boom de clap de clap" just clap along in time with the music. The dancing doesn't start until the lyrics kick in. Are you ready? When Miley sings "pop it" extend your left arm out in front of you, at shoulder height, as far as it will go.  When she sings "lock it" drop down to your right, bending your knees. At the same time, hold your elbows out from your body - almost like you're pretending to have chicken wings! Now, on "polka dot it" shuffle to the left, taking two steps. As you shuffle, point the index finger on your right hand and waggle it from side to side, in time with your shuffling. Tuck your thumbs into your belt (real or imaginary) then on "country", point the heel of your right foot and on "fy", point the heel of your left. It helps to imagine you're wearing cowboy boots! Turn your body so you're facing slightly towards the left. On "hip" kick out with your right foot and cross your arms in front of you.  On "hop" pull your leg and arms back in, so you're standing up straight with your hands on your hips. On "it" bend your knees and hunch your shoulders forward, keeping your hands on your hips. When Miley says "put your hawk", step sideways with your right foot. As you step, cross your arms in front of you so your right hand is resting on your left elbow and your left hand is resting on your right elbow.  Then on "in the sky" lift your hands from your elbows (but keep your arms crossed) so your hands look like the wings of a bird. At the same time, kick your left foot out in front of you (when your hands are making the wing shape) then bring it back in to meet your right foot. Keeping your arms crossed in front of you, lean from side to side - first to the left, then to the right. On the word "jump", turn slightly to the right and scoop your left foot in front of you.  Jump off the ground and turn in the air, so that when you land on your left foot, you are facing slightly towards the left. On the word "left" place your right foot down...

TL;DR in English: Clap along. Pop it, lock it. Polka dot it. Countrify it. Hip-hop it. Put your hawk in the sky. Move side to side. Jump to the left. Stick it, glide.
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If you do have to go behind your parents’ back, avoid all the work that goes into a) coming up with a false story, b) telling it convincingly, c) coaching all your friends and collaborators in the same lie to back you up, and d) worrying about whether it will hold together. Instead, lie by omission when needed. Tell your parents what’s true and acceptable to them, and leave out what isn’t.  For instance, if you’re going to your friend’s party while their parents are out of town, tell your parents only that you’re going over to your friend’s house. Don’t mention the party or that their parents are away. Although it’s not the whole truth, what you’ve said is technically true, so you’re less likely to give yourself away with nervous tics and tells. If your parents ask you a direct question that you can’t answer truthfully, avoid a direct answer. Instead, offer them a true statement that only seems to answer their question. Say your parents ask if your friend is a good kid. You know that, by their definition of “good,” the answer is no. Your friend smokes cigarettes, drinks beer, and sneaks out of his house at night. But despite all that, your friend’s a straight-A student. So, to answer your parents' question, simply answer, “He’s a straight-A student.” Ask yourself what they’re likely to ask you. Have an answer ready when they do. Avoid having to come up with a lie on the spot.

TL;DR in English: Use the truth to tell a lie. Misdirect with indirect answers. Anticipate your parents’ questions.
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As if a breakup weren’t hard enough, Capricorns have been known to be jealous and angry when it comes to matters of love and broken hearts. This is largely because Capricorns can have a very strong instinct for self-preservation, and that means being defensive and unforgiving when they're hurt.  Despite having spent weeks, months, or even years with this person, be ready to see a side of his or her personality that you’ve never seen before. For example, be ready for accusations, jealousy, and having all the blame leveled at you. Even if your ex is acting jealous or irrational after the breakup, take the moral high ground and ignore the behavior rather than responding in kind. Just as you wouldn’t appreciate your ex gossiping, lying, or spilling secrets about you, so too should you be respectful of the other person’s feelings and privacy. Once you’ve made up your mind, don’t let the other person—or anyone else—change it. Capricorns can be stubborn and set in their ways, so if your ex thinks you two should still be together, it’s possible that he or she may try to convince you of the same.  Once Capricorns commit to a person, their natural loyalty leads them to preserve that relationship, and they have a hard time letting go.  To help keep your mind off the breakup and to remind yourself how great life can be without the other person, try reconnecting with old friends, rekindling your love of old hobbies, and taking time to care for yourself. You can listen and be considerate of the other person’s feelings, but you can't take responsibility for him or her. In the end, it’s up to him or her to get through the breakup alone and with other friends and family. You can encourage this by:  Suggesting that he or she take some time away to think and process what's happened. Recommending that he or she spend more time with other loved ones. Reassuring the other person that life will go on and that you'll both be better off for the change. Reminding your ex that while the breakup is painful, the hurt will become easier...

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If you have a problem with your wrist, you can call the carrier to find out if there's a grace period. If you have a problem with your wrist, you can call the carrier to find out if there's a grace period. If you have a problem with your wrist, you can call the carrier to find

Leave the room. Expect RAAM to appear, accompanied by the Kryll and wielding a troika turret in one hand. Try to hit him in the face or head with the sniper to deal extra damage. Once he gets right in front of you, jump over the barrier and run all the way to the other end of the train. Repeat step until he dies.

You don't want to step on someone else’s toes by trying to get an already taken guy to confess his feelings for you. Also, you don't want to get your hopes up about a guy who is hung up on someone else they may be pursuing. It won't take too much effort to find out what the situation is. All you need to do is a little digging around among friends, social media, or simply asking him questions. Here are some questions you can ask to find out:  If you have the courage, ask him during one of your regular conversations if he is already seeing someone. Casually ask, "Are you dating anyone?" or "Is there currently someone you're pursuing?". Simply asking won't give away any of your feelings. If you can't ask him, either because you are too shy or you don't see him often, try asking one of his friends what they might know. Bring him up in a conversation and ask, "Do you know if he is dating someone?". If you can't ask anyone, check to see if he has his relationship status posted on Facebook or another social media outlet. If you discover that he is single, then you should try to find out what his feelings are about relationships. This will allow you to see if you two are on the same page about dating. Be subtle and try to get some one on one time together that is just between the two of you. Here are some questions you can ask him to help open up a conversation about dating:  "When was your last relationship?" "Are you interested in dating?" "Do you go on dates often?" During your interactions, try to always create pleasant and fun conversation that will allow you to see if he wants to joke around with you. You might even want to gently poke his shoulder during conversation to see how he reacts. If he laughs and teases you back, that is a good sign. Humor is a good way to open a heart that is leaning towards you because it shows you are interested which makes the guy more comfortable.  When he tells a joke, make sure you laugh. This will boost his confidence and give him the green light to share his feelings with...

TL;DR in English: Check to make sure he is not committed to someone else. Find out his position on dating and relationships. Keep your time with him light and fun. Watch for signs of chemistry you may have together.
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This way, your dentist can catch any serious dental issues before they get worse, including bruxism.  Teeth grinding can lead to a cracked tooth. If left untreated, the nerve in your tooth could die and a dental abscess could develop. This could then lead to root canal treatment, a serious and expensive procedure that could have been prevented if the cracked tooth was treated earlier. Dental problems like a cracked tooth or missing teeth, can usually be treated with reconstructive dental surgery. In fact, these treatments can sometimes reshape the chewing surface of your teeth and stop teeth grinding. Chewing on non-food items like pens or pencils can lead to tension in your jaw and cause you to grind your teeth. Chewing gum will allow your jaw muscles to get used to clenching, and could lead to teeth grinding, or worsen your bruxism. This includes sodas, chocolate, coffee, and energy drinks. Not only will they interrupt your sleep pattern, they can make your stress levels worse. This will then lead to teeth grinding, or worsen your bruxism.

TL;DR in English: Schedule monthly check ups with your dentist. Avoid chewing pens, pencils, and gum. Avoid consuming food or drink that contains caffeine.
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Most women experience symptoms one to two weeks before the first day of their period. The symptoms usually go away after you start bleeding.  PMS is different for everyone, and it is helpful if you document your symptoms as you track your period.  Most women experience at least one PMS symptom as part of their menstrual cycle.  Your symptoms can be both physical and emotional. Many women experience crying spells, anxiety, mood swings, or depression before their period starts. You also may experience fatigue and irritability. If changes in your mood do not end after your period starts, or you feel like your daily life is being impacted, you need to see your doctor. 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise and strength training two or more days a week can help with depression and fatigue that you may experience. You may experience abdominal bloating, constipation, fluid retention, or diarrhea prior to your period.  This can result in weight gain before your period starts. Again, these symptoms should end within four days of your period starting. See a doctor if they continue.  You can limit your salt intake and eat smaller, more frequent meals to alleviate some of the bloating and fluid retention.  Taking a diuretic can help your body get rid of excess fluid and reduce bloating and weight gain as well. Medications like Pamprin and Midol contain diuretics. Breast tenderness, joint or muscle pain, and headaches are common symptoms.  You can take over-the-counter pain medication such as ibuprofen, aspirin, or naproxen to relieve these symptoms. Acne is also a common physical symptom that your period is on the way. If you experience five or more of these symptoms and find that your PMS is keeping you from doing your usual activities, you may have premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Your doctor may prescribe you antidepressants, prescription pain medication, or the Yaz birth control pill to manage your symptoms.  Counseling and therapy may also be helpful for dealing with the emotional aspect of PMDD. You...

TL;DR in English: Know that premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is normal. Be aware of changes in your mood. Notice any gastrointestinal issues. Notice any physical changes. Know when to see a doctor.
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This could harm her or dye her mouth. Watch her for signs of licking and distract her until the habit is formed. Her skin is just as sensitive as ours. Watch for biting, scratching, redness, or swelling.  If this occurs, take her to the vet immediately. Just like dyeing human hair, an animal’s dyed fur will fade over time. If you want her to keep her vibrant looks, apply the dye as needed. If she suddenly stops eating, become aggressive, bites or licks her fur, consider removing the dye or taking her to the vet.

TL;DR in English: Avoid letting your pet lick the dye. Watch for an allergic reaction. Acknowledge color fading. Observe behavioral changes in your pet.
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If you’ve just signed up for a plan, and are struck with instant buyer’s remorse, don’t wait to take action. You probably have a grace period (usually 14 days) within which you can cancel the agreement. Check your contract immediately, or call the carrier to find out the exact timeframe for cancellation. Determine if there’s a particular method that you have to use to take advantage of the grace period cancellation provision. See if merely speaking with a customer service representative is enough, or if you have to submit a request in writing. Assuming you haven’t bought your phone outright from the carrier, obviously they’re going to want it back. Again, find out how the carrier wants that done, and act accordingly. Also, don’t be surprised if you’re assessed a restocking fee of about $35.

TL;DR in English: Find out if there’s a grace period. Follow the proper procedure for cancelling. Return the phone.
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As you do, there will be a cutscene. Watch it and be ready for an epic battle. The Kryll will protect RAAM for a while, until you shoot him with the torque bow. Use the Torque Bow to get all that Kyrill off him. When the arrow explodes, the Kryll will scatter, leaving RAAM vulnerable. Now is the time to pop in a few headshots with the longshot rifle. RAAM will repeatedly get close to you, so when he does, jump over your cover and hightail it to the other side. He may send his Kryll after you but don't worry, if you stay in the light, they can't hurt you. Repeat as necessary. RAAM will try to shoot you but he is likely to miss. If he doesn't, find cover fast.

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Subscribe to the local paper. Watch local broadcast TV. Sign up for news summaries. Pay attention to social media for word of mouth tips about local events. Keep an eye out for blogs focusing on local issues.

Your hair doesn’t need to be freshly washed, but you don’t want it to be oily or flat. If you wash your hair before doing this style, add volumizer or a similar hair product as part of your styling process/while drying. If you do this, there is no need to add an additional volumizer to your hair later in the process. If possible, make sure that this has heat protectant properties. If not, you may want to add a few spritzes of heat protectant to your hair as well. Using a comb, mark out a straight side part and comb your hair so that it falls neatly on either side of the part. You may find it useful to fasten your bangs (or the front piece of your hair that will be styled to look a bit like bangs) on the larger side of your part to the side while you work on the rest of your hair. Starting at the side of your part that has less hair, wrap different-sized chunks of hair around the barrel of a 1.5-inch (38mm) curling wand. Pull the chunks of hair towards your face as you wrap them around the wand, and hold them there for 10 to 20 seconds.  How long you should hold your hair on the wand will depend on the power of your wand and the type of hair you have. For example, if you have fine hair, it will take less time than if it’s thick. The chunks of hair should be more vertically thick (going from the top of your head to the bottom of it) than horizontally thick (going from one side of your head to the other), as you want long, soft, waves more than tight curls. If you are unsure of what size each chunk of hair should be, aim for between 2 and 3 inches thick. If you already have bangs, you needn’t do much beyond brushing them to the side and tucking them in so that they blend with your hair depending on their length. If they’re longer or if you don’t have bangs, pull the chunk of hair at the front of the large side of your part (i.e. where your bangs would be) up above your head and wrap it backwards, away from your face, around the curling wand. Wait for 10 to 20 seconds, then let it go. Move on to the rest of the...

TL;DR in English: Ensure that your hair is clean and dry. Add a volumizer or a similar hair product to your hair. Part your hair dramatically to one side. Curl your hair on the small side of your part. Style your bangs. Curl your hair on the large side of your part. Break up the curls. Texturize.
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Fairy gardens are usually housed in small containers. Think about how much space you have. If you're keeping your garden indoors, you'll need a smaller container. For an outdoor garden, you can use something larger.  Good items for an indoor container include something like a drawer from an old desk you no longer use, an old pot, or an old wash bin. Outdoors, you can use larger containers for a bigger garden, such as large garden plots or big bins. A fun idea can be to use a wagon so you can move your fairy garden around. Account for the types of plants you're planning on growing. Some plants may need extra drainage, so you should find a container that allows for some drainage if that's the case. Other plants can get by with less drainage. While you'll probably end up wandering from your plan as you create your garden, it's always a good idea to have a rough sketch. This way, you'll know how to best monopolize your space when planting your flowers. Make a sketch of your container and draw roughs sketches of where you'll keep things like the fairy house, decorations, and your various plants. Remember, nothing is set in stone yet. Think of this sketch more as a rough guide than a blueprint of exactly how your fairy garden will turn out. Part of the fun of a fairy garden is experimenting and finding fun, spontaneous decorations as you build. As you'll be adding plants to a fairy garden, find a location that gets a lot of sun. Strive for an area in your backyard that's free of shade or a space by a window in your home.

TL;DR in English: Select a container. Sketch out your fairy garden. Find a good location for the garden.
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In order to calculate interest paid on a mortgage loan, we will calculate the monthly payment and then use the simple method from method 1 above to calculate interest. The monthly payment equation can be represented as follows: M=Pr(1+r)n(1+r)n−1{\displaystyle M=P{\frac {r(1+r)^{n}}{(1+r)^{n}-1}}}. These variables represent the following inputs:  M is your monthly payment. P is your principal. r is your monthly interest rate, calculated by dividing your annual interest rate by 12. n is your number of payments (the number of months you will be paying the loan) You will need to input your principal, monthly interest rate, and number of payments in order to find your monthly payment. This information can be easily found in your loan agreement or from a quoted loan estimate. Check the information again to be sure of its accuracy before using it in calculations.  For example, imagine you have a $100,000 mortgage loan with 6 percent annual interest over 15 years. Your input for "P" would be $100,000. For "r," you would use your monthly interest rate, which would be 0.06 (6 percent) divided by 12, or 0.005 (0.5 percent). For "n" you would use your total number of payments, one for each month in fifteen years, which would be 12*15, or 180. In this example, your complete equation would look like this:M=$100,0000.005(1+0.005)180(1+0.005)180−1{\displaystyle M=\$100,000{\frac {0.005(1+0.005)^{180}}{(1+0.005)^{180}-1}}} " Simplify your terms by doing the first step in the order of operations, which is adding the 1 and "r" inside the parentheses on the top and bottom of the equation. This is a simple step that will make your equation look much less complicated. After this step, your sample equation would look like this:M=$100,0000.005(1.005)180(1.005)180−1{\displaystyle M=\$100,000{\frac {0.005(1.005)^{180}}{(1.005)^{180}-1}}} The result of the previous step must now be raised to the power of "n." Keep in mind that only the figures inside the parentheses will be raised to this power, not the "r" outside of it or the -1 at...

TL;DR in English: Understand the equation. Input your information into the equation. Simplify your equation by adding 1 to the "r. Solve the exponents. Simplify again. Divide the numerator by the denominator. Multiply "P" by this result. Calculate interest paid using the payment information.
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Grafted plants need lots of water. For the next two weeks, water the rootstock daily to ensure the soil stays moist. You don’t want the soil soaking wet, but make sure it stays damp. Once the scion starts to create new growth on the rootstock, it will begin to grow new buds. But while the scion is still establishing itself, the buds can be too heavy and can damage the bud union. To reduce stress on the bud union, trim off the first three or four buds that grow until the graft is fully healed.  Trim the buds with a sharp knife or scissors as soon as they emerge.  To help give the new plant the best chance, you can also prune the rootstock above the graft. Grafting tape is a special kind of tape, and over time it will naturally decompose and fall off. Do not remove the tape from the rootstock. When enough time has passed, the tape will come off on its own, and this will ensure it stays on long enough for the graft to heal.

TL;DR in English: Give the plant plenty of water. Trim the first buds from the scion. Let the tape fall off on its own.
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A great steak speaks for itself -- it needs little seasoning other than some salt and pepper and is packed with flavor. The right grill will help accentuate this flavor. That said, any grilled steak will be perfect if handled correctly, so there is no "wrong" choice.   Propane: Gas grills add little flavor to the meat, letting the steak stand on its own. They are the fastest and easiest to control for cooking, making them perfect for larger meals or last-minute grills.  Charcoal: The "classic" BBQ flavor, these hard little bricks heat up relatively quickly and give rich, smoky tones to the meat. Make sure they are all white-hot before cooking on them.  Wood-fire: The hardest to light and manage but the choice of top barbecuers around the world, wood chips have the best flavor. Can be combined with charcoal to get the best of both worlds. The best meat should still be a bright, vibrant red color. Marbling, or the white streaks of fat, also indicate a more flavorful and juicy steak. If the steak is maroon or brown colored, skip it for something fresher. Just ask if your butcher will slice off a fresh cut for you. Some ideas for good steak cuts include:   High-End Cuts Ribeye, Strip, Tenderloin, T-Bone, Delmonico   Incredible Budget Cuts: Hanger, Skirt, Tri-tip, Ranch, Sirloin, or Flank This prevents you from throwing a cold steak on a hot grill, which greatly alters cook times and makes it harder to get a well-seared outside and completely cooked middle. Bigger steaks, those thicker than 1 1⁄2 in (3.8 cm), may need 15 minutes or so. While some chefs love seasoning, most steakhouses won't touch a piece of good meat with anything more than simple salt and pepper. Use the largest grains of salt you can -- kosher or course-grained is best -- and liberally cover the meat. Then touch it up with pepper, adding as much as you personally enjoy (but nowhere near as much as the salt).  Think of the salt as light snow on a dark road. You can still see the asphalt, but the "snow" (salt) covers the majority of it. Be sure to...

TL;DR in English: Choose the right type of grill for your meal. Purchase bright red, freshly cut steaks from your local butcher. Let the steak sit, covered, at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before cooking. Rub the steak with salt and pepper, massaging it gently into the meat. Pre-heat the grill on medium-high heat.
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Local papers are the most trusted news source for news about local crime, social events, schools, and local government. They also cover a much broader topical area than other local news sources. Local newspapers are some of the only sources available for in-depth coverage of local politics, and local newspapers often initiate investigative reports that other types of media explore in greater depth. While local newspapers cover a wide variety of newsworthy local events, local television covers fewer events in greater depth and with more exposure. Local broadcast television stations comprise the largest portion of the local media market in most cities, and are the most trusted sources of information for local political races. Many news sources provide daily or weekly summaries of current events. If you don’t want to spend time digging for the most important stories, see if your preferred news source offers summaries. These condensed stories will get sent straight to your email inbox for easy access. For instance, The New York Times and The Week offer daily summaries. “Liking” your local media outlets and governmental agencies on Facebook, and following media personalities on Twitter, can help you find out about breaking news items in your area. By maintaining a wide circle of civically and socially active friends on social media sites, you can find out about local events through word of mouth. There’s no ironclad rule that you’ll get news before anyone else if you follow local anchors on Twitter. However, Twitter feeds are often updated with brief descriptions of breaking news events even before the full story is written. As internet-based media continues to take up more and more of the total media landscape, it is becoming steadily more common to see personal and semi-commercial blogs that talk substantively about local issues. The larger your town is, the more likely it is you’ll have a variety to choose from. Search for local blogs at blogdigger.com. Check and see if there’s a Patch site for your area....

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Actively listen to your friend. Be careful of your word choice. Be open-minded. Show empathy. Point out your friend’s strengths.

Theoretically, by massaging the back of your thighs, you might be able to improve the circulation in that portion of your leg. Improved circulation can decrease the dimpled, embarrassing look of cellulite.  You can massage the area using your fingers if nothing else is available. Rub the back of your thighs using firm circular motions for 5 to 10 minutes daily. Cover the entire area affected by cellulite. You could also try a massage soap. These soaps generally have small bumps or nubs to help stimulate blood flow and break up solidified fluids below the surface of your skin. Many also contains exfoliants the remove dead skin cells and toxins, as well as caffeine to firm up your skin. Like massages, a gently exfoliator can stimulate improved circulation and rid your thighs of toxins.  Look for exfoliators with natural exfoliants, like ground coffee, sugar, and salt. These are generally considered gentle and safe for use with most people. In particular, exfoliators containing ground coffee can help tighten your skin thanks to the caffeine content. For best results, choose one that also includes an oil, like avocado oil or vitamin E oil, so that you skin can be enriched and hydrated. Skin-firming serums and creams can be found in just about any convenience store or grocery store in the health and beauty section. The jury is out regarding just how effective these treatments are, but many claim to notice reduced dimpling in cellulite within a few weeks after use.  Most cellulite serums include ingredients meant to firm up the skin, including lotus leaf extract, Coenzyme 10, and L-Carnitine. Apply daily for best results. You may see some improvement in one to two weeks. Be aware that some of these creams and serums contain small doses of stimulants, which can have unexpected side effects if used too frequently. There are also claims that these creams cause swelling instead of shrinking, thereby producing an effect that is only temporary. If you cannot get rid of unsightly cellulite on the back of your thighs, you...

TL;DR in English: Massage your cellulite away. Use an exfoliator. Try a cellulite serum or cream. Hide cellulite with a self-tanner. Consider a homemade fix.
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Grafted plants need lots of water. For the next two weeks, water the rootstock daily to ensure the soil stays moist. You don’t want the soil soaking wet, but make sure it stays damp. Once the scion starts to create new growth on the rootstock, it will begin to grow new buds. But while the scion is still establishing itself, the buds can be too heavy and can damage the bud union. To reduce stress on the bud union, trim off the first three or four buds that grow until the graft is fully healed.  Trim the buds with a sharp knife or scissors as soon as they emerge.  To help give the new plant the best chance, you can also prune the rootstock above the graft. Grafting tape is a special kind of tape, and over time it will naturally decompose and fall off. Do not remove the tape from the rootstock. When enough time has passed, the tape will come off on its own, and this will ensure it stays on long enough for the graft to heal.

TL;DR in English: Give the plant plenty of water. Trim the first buds from the scion. Let the tape fall off on its own.
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Try waking your hamster with the sound of your voice. Go near his cage and begin speaking softly. You may even try humming or singing until he is awake. Another way to rouse your hamster is to offer him a treat. Try holding a treat out where he is sleeping (close enough for him to smell it) and allow this to draw him from his sleep. You may use a small piece of a vegetable (like carrot or broccoli), or a store-bought hamster treat. If your hamster is sleeping out in the open, another option is to gently blow in his face. Of course, you do not want to startle your hamster, so begin with a mellow release of air, and increase in intensity until your hamster begins to wake. Whatever you do, avoid jabbing or poking at your hamster. This is not an effective way to wake him up because he will immediately become defensive. If he is roused in this way, he will not want to be held or to play. Remember, the point is to wake him without scaring him, so avoid swift or jarring movements. Instead, whenever you approach your sleeping hamster, move slowly. This allows him to wake gently and in a good mood.

TL;DR in English: Talk to him softly. Offer him a treat. Blow in his face. Avoid poking him. Move slowly.
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Before you start working on a killer username, make sure you can actually use it! For example, most sites will not allow you to use a part of your password or profanity in your username. While using personal information like your full date of birth or your current address may not necessarily be banned, it’s a very bad idea for security reasons. Consider trying things like rhymes, such as "dennisthemenace” or “SillyLily.” Or, use alliteration like "meticulousmathilda" or “PensivePenny.” While these strategies might not be unique in and of themselves, your take on editing your name will be. If you’d prefer not to use your first name, try your middle name! Simply brainstorm a list of your favorite things, then smash two or three of them together into a username. You can create absurd, nonsensical usernames in this way, which increases the chances of having a one-of-a-kind username.  For example, if you like pandas and orcas, you might make your username "PandaWhale." Or, if you’d like a more edgy username, you might try "KillerPanda.” Try using two favorites from different categories. For instance, if you love ice hockey and creating art out of scrap metal, you might become “IceWelder.” Making a username out of what you love to do will not only make it easy to remember, it will make it uniquely personal. You’ll probably have to tack on a number, though, since there are a lot of usernames with things like “swimmer” or “juggler” in them.  One way to do this is to use your pastime in conjunction with your birth year—for example, "climber86" or "fictionauthor91." If you’d prefer not to use your birth year for privacy or security purposes, choose another memorable set of digits. For instance, if you’ll always remember that you did your first stand-up comedy routine in 2014, you might become “OpenMic14.” Like most people, you probably have one or two interests, traits, feelings, or habits that your friends and family attribute only to you. These are things that set you apart from the bulk of the population, and can...

TL;DR in English: Check the username rules for the site you’re using. Build a play on words from your first name. Combine two or more of your favorite things. Add a memorable number to your favorite pastime. Rely on an odd habit or interest that sets you apart. Pair a like or interest with an adjective. Make sure your prospective username conveys the right tone.
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Most speaker cones are made from paper or a thin plastic.  To fix the hole, an amount of similar type and density material, but slightly larger will be needed.  If unable to find the thin plastic used in some speakers, paper may be used. Carefully remove any dust, dirt, etc. from the front of the speaker cone.  The cone may be brittle if old, so be sure to handle the speaker with care. The smaller the hole and smoother the edge, the better the repair will be.  Balance size and smoothness. The patch should be the same general shape and slightly larger than the hole. Apply a liberal amount of polish along the edge of the hole in the speaker cone. Apply a liberal amount of polish along the edge of the patch. Align the patch to the hole and join. Press together by pressing from both sides at the same time.  Do not push on one side without supporting the other side, otherwise the hole will tear. Check for areas that did not adhere and "fill" with additional polish.  Use only enough to fill the void.  Securely "tack" any edge that is not held in place by polish.

TL;DR in English: Obtain material for repair. Prep the speaker. Remove with scissors or razor any dangling edges. Cut the mending material to form a patch. Apply fingernail polish along the edge of the hole. Apply fingernail polish along the edge of the patch. Join the patch material and speaker cone together. Touch up. Reinstall speakers in reverse order of removal, noting polarity of the speaker wire connections.
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Active listening is an approach you can use to get the most out of your interaction with your friend.  When you’re actively engaged and communicating openly with your friend, you are showing your friend that you understand her feelings and are supportive of her. Often when a breakup occurs, it can lead to feelings of loneliness and self-doubt. As a friend using active listening skills, you are communicating to your friend through actions that she is not alone and that value her thoughts and feelings.  Look at her directly when she speaks. Listen to what she says and use nonverbal communication -- nodding, frowning, smiling -- to let her know you’re engaged. Use open-ended questions.  For instance, instead of a yes-or-no question like, “Are you sad?” ask “How are you feeling?” Even well-meaning statements of sympathy can be misconstrued by a friend in a sensitive state following a breakup.  For instance, instead of minimizing her pain by saying, “You’ll be fine,” or “Some things just aren’t meant to be,” say, “I know you’re hurting.  You must really miss your ex.” Ask for permission when digging deeper.  If you want to ask about specifics relating to her feelings or the situation which led to the breakup -- which might be helpful for both of you to better understand it -- get permission before asking your question.  “Can I ask you about…” is the best way to do this. You might not understand why your friend is sad or angry about the breakup, especially if you have a different attitude toward relationships or haven’t had a very serious relationship before.  Try to understand why she feels the way she does. Think back on a nasty breakup you had, if applicable.  Use this experience to remember how important it was for you to have the support of your friends when you were coping with a breakup.  Do the kind of things for your friend that your friends did for you.  Don’t minimize your friend’s anxiety by saying patronizing things like, “Don’t worry about that,” or “Everything will work out.” Instead, listen to your...

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Measure around your waist and add two inches (5.08 centimeters). Divide your skirt's waist size by 6.28 to get your first radius. Fold your felt in half and find the midpoint of the fold. Create your compass. Pull the string taut and use the pen to draw a half circle. Measure down from your waist to two inches (5.08 cm) below your knee. Adjust your compass. Cut the large circle out first, then the small one.

You'll be adding your download link to an HTML web page. If you don't have an existing site, you can create a basic HTML page to test out the download link. See Create a Simple Web Page with HTML for details. The easiest way to link a file is by placing the file in the same folder as the page's HTML file. Use the control panel file manager or the file browser in your FTP program to navigate to the folder containing the HTML file you'll be adding the link to.  Your FTP client should already be configured to connect to your webserver since you've uploaded your site there before. If it isn't, see How to Use FTP for instructions on configuring your FTP client to connect to your server. If your web server has an online control panel, you can access your server files directly through the web management interface. You'll be able to access this when you sign into your site as an administrator. Once you're in the control panel, select the "File Manager" option. If you created your website using a website creation tool like WordPress, Weebly, or Wix, see the platform-specific instructions in the methods below. You can upload pretty much any type of file, from PDF files to ZIP files. Note that some servers may limit the size of the file you are allowed to upload, and large files can eat through your allotted bandwidth pretty quickly. Browsers may block potentially malicious files from being downloaded by your visitors, such as EXE or DLL files.  To upload files using your FTP program, drag the file into the folder in the FTP window that you want to upload it to. It will begin uploading immediately. Your upload speeds will typically be much slower than your download speeds, so it may take a while to completely upload the file. If you are using the virtual control panel file manager, click the "Upload" button at the top of the window. Browse your computer for the file you want to upload. Large files may take a while to upload to your server. Once the file is uploaded, you'll need to add the link to it on your web page....

TL;DR in English: Create an HTML page if you don't have one yet. Open a folder on your server for both the page and the file. Upload the file you want to create a link to. Open the page you want to add your link to in your code editor. Find the spot on the page that you want to add the link. Add the code for the link. Create a download button instead of a link. Rename the downloaded file. Save the changes to your HTML file.
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Select the “General” tab from within the Properties dialog, followed by “Advanced”. In the “Advanced dialog select “Encrypt contents to secure data” followed by “OK”. Open the Finder and navigate to Applications>Utilities> and double-click Disk Utility. From within Disk Utility, select File>Blank Disk Image. Enter a name in the “Save As:” field and select “128-bit AES encryption (recommended)” from the “Encryption” drop down menu. You can also browse to select a specific location to save the new disk image. Click the “Create” button. Enter a password and verify a password for the disk image and click “OK”. A new “.dmg” disk image will be created. Double-click it to open it as a virtual drive. You can now simply drag and drop files and folders onto the virtual, password-protected drive to keep them protected when on a Wi-Fi network.

TL;DR in English: Encrypting important private files and folders is a great method of keeping them from prying eyes that may have been able to access your machine through a Wi-Fi network. On Windows, right-click the file or folder you want to encrypt, select “Properties” from the context menu. On Mac OS X, you can encrypt files by creating a virtual password-protected drive to store sensitive files and folders.
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Girls often use their body language to try to hint to guys how they feel about them. Since she already knows that you like her, look for small signs that tell you how she feels. These could be things like checking to see if she's facing you when you talk to her, or if she plays with her hair when you're around, both of which are positive signs.  If she leans in close and smiles when she's with you, she might like you back. If she's facing her friends while you're talking, or she leans away when you ask her something, these are signs she might not have the same feelings as you. If she looks into your eyes when you're talking or tries to catch your attention from across the room, she may like you back. If she doesn't make eye contact when you're talking to her and instead looks around the room or at others, this is a sign she doesn't have strong feelings for you. Since she knows that you like her, she'll likely feel more confident making eye contact with you if she does like you back. Touching someone on the arm or shoulder is often a sign of flirting. If you notice her laughing and touching your elbow at something you've said, or she brushes an eyelash off of your face for you, it's a sign she might be interested in you. Be aware that some girls are naturally flirtatious and touch people as a way of simply communicating, so don't rely on this as the only way to tell if she likes you back. This is a great way to see if she likes you back. If she's interested in you, she'll want to keep talking to you and will ask you questions about yourself. If she answers questions using just a few words or doesn't make an effort to keep up the conversation, she might not be interested.  If she asks you questions about your day or what your interests are, she might like you back. Notice whether she texts you back quickly and what time of the day she texts you. If she starts up conversations with you early in the morning or in the evening, this means she's thinking about you. Since she knows you like her, it's likely that her...

TL;DR in English: Watch her body language for signs she's interested in you. Notice if she tries to make eye contact with you often. Take note of any light touches she gives you while you're interacting. See if she's invested in the conversation between the two of you. Pay attention to how her friends act around you.
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Before determining who is at fault, what the reply should be, and what solution will be provided, try to really identify with the customer.  Imagine previous scenarios where you’ve been unhappy with a business, and formulate the type of answer that would have satisfied you then. At times, clients may be very direct, while at other times their words may hint at additional concerns.  If there is question, do not guess at the client’s intentions.  Get clarification by asking a question. Sift through the email to remove the concerns from vitriol.  Try to break down the email into three different sections.  Identify what should be directly addressed.  These items need immediate and concise answers. Pick out what needs further clarification.  If there are uncertain demands or complaints, be sure to find the items that need return questions to the customer. Pay attention to any time-sensitive items.  If a customer is unhappy with their service or product, and needs attention before a certain cut-off date, be aware of their scheduling concerns.

TL;DR in English: Put yourself in the customer’s position. Consider the questions or concerns in the client's email. Make a list of specific issues.
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The best course of action is a combination of appealing to your parents’ reasonable side, and appealing to their emotional side. You want to hit them from both angles to make sure your argument is thorough. That shows them how important this is to you.  Most people make decisions based on a combination of reason and emotion. They are interconnected, always influencing each other. That is why you always want to appeal to someone’s reason and emotion when you are trying to influence them.  When you plan your strategy, write down how you will approach them reasonably. What kinds of things do your parents typically react to on a logical level? Then, write down the things you can say to them that will affect them emotionally. What are their weaknesses? Do they have a strong sense of pride? Are they quick to avoid fear? These are the kinds of things you should be thinking about. Keep a close eye on your parents for a while to see what kinds of things they react to, so you have a better idea of what kinds of things you can say, and what topics to avoid. An important part of your strategy is appealing to your parents’ sense of reason. A well-reasoned argument includes persuasive justifications for wearing a thong. Write down five or six logical reasons why you want to wear a thong.  Thongs don’t show panty lines. The main benefit of this is that it avoids attention to your butt. Surely your parents can get on board with that. Thongs last longer. Since there is less fabric to deal with, they reshape better than regular panties. If you change shape at all, it is less likely that you will have to buy new panties, saving money. Thongs keep you cooler in hot temperatures. They are lightweight, allowing for better airflow. By avoiding sweat in your panties you will also avoid possible skin rashes or blemishes. Prove to your parents you are a responsible person who makes responsible choices. Doing this will give your argument more credibility. Kick up the responsibility before your argument happens so it does not look...

TL;DR in English: Plan your strategy. Know why you want to wear a thong. Show them you are responsible. Be prepared to pay for your thong. Practice your argument. Approach your parents about the conversation.
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Making a circle skirt requires a bit of basic geometry, but it is easier than it might seem. First, you will need to measure your waist to get your skirt's waist size. Use a tape measure and then write down the measurement. Then, add two inches or 5.08 centimeters to this measurement. For example, if the waist measurement is 30 inches, the skirt's waist will need to be 32 inches. You are making the skirt's waist a little bit larger because you will need to bunch up the material. Write this number down. You will need this number to help you cut out the right size waist for your skirt. For example, if your skirt's waist is 21 inches, then your first radius will be about 3.34 inches. Use your marker or some tailor's chalk to make a mark on this point. You will be using this point to create half circles that will help you to mark and cut out the waist of your skirt. If your felt is black, or a dark color, try using a light-colored fabric pen or a piece of chalk. You will need to create a compass using a piece of string, a pen, and a pin. This will ensure that you cut out the waist in the correct measurement.  Take a long piece of string and tie it around a pen. Then, measure the end of the string extending from the pen. It will need to be the same length as your radius. For example, if your radius is 3.34 inches, then measure the string to this length. Tie a knot, do not cut as cutting the string will leave a frayed edge that the pin will instantly slip out of. This way you can use ONE string with three knots:  one knot to pin the string to the fold of the fabric, a second knot for the waistline circle, and third knot for the hemline circle. Waist and hemline knots must be at correct distance from center-top pin. Then, pin the end of the string to the mark you made in the felt. You will be using the pen and string like a compass to draw your circles. You might need to anchor the pin to the table with tape to keep it from dragging the fabric around as you draw the half-circles. Leave the fabric folded in half and...

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DR in English: Use the scissors to trim the excess off the ends. You can leave the knot on top or tuck it underneath the bracelet if you

Each school is unique and has its own uniform style and dress code, and knowing the dress code for your school can help you accessorize, customize, and alter your uniform to make yourself feel more comfortable in it. Dress codes will also tell you what you can and cannot wear, and may cover topics such as:  How long skirts, shorts, or dresses have to be  What kinds of jewelry, makeup, and accessories are acceptable (if any) What colors you're allowed to wear What type of shoes you can wear Most school uniforms have multiple options, including dresses, skirts, pants, and shorts for the bottoms, which are often paired with a long- or short-sleeved dress shirt. But if you're lucky, optional uniform items might also include a blazer, vest, or sweater that can each be worn in unique ways. These different clothing items can be worn in different combinations to accommodate the weather and your own personal style, and there are different ways you can alter the look of each to make it look a little cooler. Wearing clothes that are too big or too tight isn't very flattering, so it’s important that you pick clothes in sizes that suit your body. But if your uniform is the wrong size for whatever reason, you may be able to:  Tuck in your shirt to make it less baggy Wear a belt around your waist to give your uniform more shape Tie the bottom of your shirt in a knot to make it fit better Alter your clothes to make them slightly larger or smaller Whether you have to wear a polo shirt, blouse, or button-down shirt, your school’s dress code policy may allow you to wear other clothing overtop, and this could give you an opportunity to add some style to your outfit. For instance, you could:  Wear a fitted or oversized knit sweater over your shirt  Put on a funky cardigan or vest  Wear a fitted blazer or jacket This works best when you can leave a few buttons undone at the top of your shirt, because you can wear either a neutral or vibrant shirt, tank top, or camisole under your shirt and let it show through around the neck area....

TL;DR in English: Know your school’s dress code. Check out your uniform options. Choose clothes that are the right size. Throw something on over your shirt. Layer clothes under your uniform. Roll up your hems and cuffs. Swap out uniform pieces with similar clothes. Put on a belt or sash. Wear different scarves. Find a unique schoolbag. Add flair with jewelry. Try some funky shoes. Find some neat socks or tights. Experiment with different hair styles. Wear subtle makeup if you want.
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One of the symptoms of an underlying condition of cold hands is hand discoloration. Your hands may be white, white-purple, red, purple, blue, or white-yellow. The hands may be hard or waxy. If there is something else going on with your cold hands, you may feel sensations in addition to the cold in your hands. These sensations include:  Pain Throbbing Burning Tingling Numbness or loss of feeling These sensations may also happen in other body parts, like the legs, feet, toes, face, or earlobes. Sometimes, cold hands may occur with sores on the hands. Look for blisters or ulcers on your hands or fingers. They may also become swollen or painful. These blisters may also appear on the feet. Some conditions connected with cold hands might cause a rash, scaly areas, bumps, or lumps. These areas may also bleed, itch, or burn. Cold hands connected with bodily changes may point to an underlying issue. Look for changes in weight, possibly due to diabetes and hypothyroidism, along with excessive hunger and thirst. Another symptom may be fatigue. Frequent urination, joint and muscle pain, depression, and blurred vision may also be symptoms of an underlying condition.

TL;DR in English: Look for discoloration of the hands. Monitor for any odd sensations in the hand. Check for blisters. Watch for a rash. Monitor bodily changes.
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Tightly squeeze or roll the oranges firmly with the palm of your hand across the counter or table to soften them up. Enjoy a crisp, cold glass of freshly squeezed, unpasteurized orange juice, the way it was intended to be!

TL;DR in English: Soften the orange. Drink up!
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Although gas is totally normal, it shouldn’t prevent you from living your life. Talk to your doctor if bloating, pain, or embarrassment is causing you to avoid activities or is making it hard for you to take care of your responsibilities. They can help you find relief for your symptoms.  Tell your doctor how your excess gas is affecting you, as well as what you’ve tried to find relief. If you’ve been keeping a food diary, bring it to your appointment so your doctor can review it. Consider asking your doctor for a referral to see a dietitian, who can help you design a diet plan that may help you control your gas. While you likely don’t need to worry, excessive gas could be a symptom of a more serious condition. If you develop serious symptoms, your doctor will review your medical history, go over your diet, discuss medications you’re taking, and conduct a physical exam. From there, they may decide to do basic diagnostic tests to rule out causes for your symptoms. Visit your doctor if you experience the following severe symptoms in addition to gas, which might be a sign of a serious condition:  Abdominal pain Fullness or pressure in your abdomen Swelling in your abdomen Bloody stool Changes in your stool Difference in frequency Constipation or diarrhea Weight loss Vomiting or nausea Try not to worry because you’re probably okay. However, abdominal pain that won’t go away may be a sign of a serious condition, like appendicitis or a bowel blockage. Similarly, chest pain could be a sign of a medical emergency. You need prompt treatment to help you recover and feel better. Visit an urgent care center or emergency room to get checked by a doctor. These symptoms may be caused by gas, and your doctor can help you figure out what’s going on.

TL;DR in English: See your doctor if excess gas is interfering with your daily life. Get tested for an underlying medical issue. Get emergency care for persistent abdominal pain or chest pain.
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Afrikaans: Ek sal daarvan hou (standard).  Bengali: আমি ওটা চাই (aami ota chai).  Cambodian (Khmer): ខ្ញុំចូលចិត្តវា (Nhom-Chol-Chit-Vea).  Cantonese: 我中意呢個 (Ngo chung yi nei gor).  Dutch: Dat lijkt me leuk/lekker ('lekker' is used for food, 'leuk' means 'nice' or 'fun').  Estonian: Ma tahan seda.  Finnish: Oli kiva tavata.  French: Je voudrais ceci.  German: Das gefaellt mir.  Japanese: Sore ga hoshii des. Suki desu. (I like it)  Latin: Illud velim./Illud vellissem.  Malay: Saya memang sukakan itu.  Mandarin Chinese: 我喜欢它 (Wo Shee Hwan Ta).  Norwegian: Det hadde vært hyggelig.  Portuguese: Gostei disso.  Romanian: Mi-ar plăcea!  Sinhalese: Mama ekata kamathi.  Spanish: Me gustaria eso. Swedish: Jag gillar det.  Tagalog/Filipino: Gusto ko iyan.  Urdu: Mujhay woh pasand aiay ga.

TL;DR in English: How to say I would like that in different languages.
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Use the scissors to trim the excess off the ends. You can leave the knot on top or tuck it underneath the bracelet if you want.

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Check security footage. Contact cab companies. Track your car using the VIN. Check your city’s transportation website. Search cars for sale online. Report when the car is found.

In some states, you can get 5 or 10 cents per can or bottle by returning them to a deposit center. There are many ways to take advantage of this opportunity:  Scrounge up all of the cans and bottles you can find around your home. Look for cans and bottles in trash cans, along busy roads, and anywhere that people hang out (parks, stadiums, etc.). If you've got a big pile of scrap in your backyard, own a junked camper or other vehicle, or know of a dump site where you can legally salvage materials, you can sort and sell it to a scrap yard or recycling center in your area. Metals such as scrap steel, copper, or aluminum can fetch good prices. If your state doesn’t have a can/bottle refund system, you can still sell aluminum cans to a scrap yard. Computers are full of valuable metals such as steel, aluminum, and gold. If you dismantle old computers, you can sort these metals and sell them to a salvage yard, or you may be able to find buyers who will accept the old computer as is and scrap it themselves.  If possible, get several computers to scrap to make it worth your while. For instance, offer to take outdated computers from a school doing upgrades or find junked computers. Don’t scrap good, working computers; what you get for the scrap won’t be as much as you could get by selling the components or the entire device.

TL;DR in English: Return bottles and cans for a refund. Scrap a junk pile for cash. Sell a computer you no longer want or use.
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Place a large frying pan over low heat and preheat the pan for about five minutes. Place the sausages in the pan and cook them over low heat. Use tongs to turn the sausages every two minutes. Cook the sausages for about 12 minutes, or until no pink remains and they're starting to brown. When the sausages are done, remove the pan from the heat. With the tongs, take the sausages out of the pan and transfer them to a plate. Set them aside to cool. Leave the grease from the meat in the pan and return the pan to the stove. It's important to use tongs instead of a fork to cook and move the sausages. A fork will pierce the meat and release the juices, making for drier sausage. Add the butter to the frying pan with the sausage grease and heat it over medium heat. When the butter has melted, add the flour to the pan and whisk to combine it with the fat. Cook the flour for about five minutes, whisking regularly, until it becomes smooth and golden brown. When the flour is smooth and golden, pour the milk into the pan, whisking as you pour to prevent lumps. Bring the gravy to a low boil, and then reduce the heat to medium-low. Continue simmering for 10 to 12 minutes, until the gravy thickens. Add milk by the tablespoon (15 ml) to the pan if the gravy becomes too thick, or until the desired consistency is achieved. Use your fingers to break up each sausage into small chunks. Sprinkle the sausage pieces into the gravy and stir to combine. Taste the gravy and add salt and pepper if necessary. Once the sausages have warmed, remove the pan from the heat. Place one or two warm biscuits on a serving plate. Spoon or ladle about a ¼ cup (59 ml) of hot gravy over each biscuit and enjoy! Avoid pouring the gravy on the biscuits until you're ready to serve them, as the gravy can make the biscuits soggy.

TL;DR in English: Cook the sausage. Remove the cooked sausages from the pan. Cook the flour in the butter and sausage grease. Add milk and simmer. Crumble in the sausage and season the gravy. Ladle the gravy over fresh biscuits and serve.
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Cats can be trained to move on command using clicker training and a target stick. You can buy a clicker for training at a local pet shop. A target stick is simply a long stick you use to guide your cat on and off surfaces. You can use any long stick you want, such as a wooden rod you would buy at a craft store. To start,  you want your cat to learn to follow the stick. Place the target stick near your cat's nose. As soon as it starts sniffing the stick, move the stick. If the cat follows the stick with their nose, click the clicker. Give the cat a reward, like a small treat. This will teach the cat it should follow the clicker stick to get rewarded. For a few days, spend short training intervals teaching your cat to follow the stick. Once your cat consistently follows the stick, you can train your cat to stay off furniture. Choose a command to use to get your cat off furniture. The command can be something like, "No" or "Get off." You want your cat to eventually jump off the furniture in response to this command. Each time you see your cat on the furniture, get your training stick. Say your command while guiding your cat off the furniture. Reward your cat with a small treat when they obey. If you consistently guide your cat off furniture each time you see them on a couch or counter, they will eventually respond to the command without the help of treats or a training stick.

TL;DR in English: Get a clicker and target stick. Teach the cat to follow the stick. Pick a command. Guide the cat down when saying the command.
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While you can register for a trademark in any state, applying for a federal trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office will protect your name nationwide provided your DBA qualifies.  A trademark protects your unique business name by giving you the right to sue anyone else who uses it in commerce. However, just because your name is unique doesn't necessarily mean it can be trademarked – at either the state or the federal level.  Generally, you must use (or intend to use) your DBA in interstate commerce to qualify for a federal trademark. If, for example, you planned to sell products through your website to customers nationwide, that would qualify as interstate commerce.  If you're not planning on using your DBA outside your local area, you still may be eligible for state trademark protection. Rather than giving you exclusive rights to use your DBA nationwide, you only have those rights within a specific geographic area. Before you apply for trademark protection, check the state or federal databases to make sure no one else is claiming trademark rights for a similar name.  The USPTO provides an electronic search system you can access online at http://www.uspto.gov/trademarks-application-process/search-trademark-database. The database provides information on registered trademarks as well as pending applications and abandoned marks. Each state also has its own trademark database, typically located on the secretary of state's website. If you're planning on doing business in more than one state, you would need to check the databases for each of those states to make sure your name is available. You also might consider using a screening service available on sites such as trademark.com, which will search federal and state databases for a fee.  Keep in mind that just because another business is using the same name as yours doesn't mean that you can't use it. If the other business is located far away, or is offering different products or services, you still may be able to use the name.  Just because...

TL;DR in English: Decide whether you need federal trademark protection. Research your name. Consider hiring an attorney. Fill out your trademark application. File your trademark application. Work with the application examiners. Monitor the status of your application. Maintain your trademark.
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Hold the measuring tape at one end of the banister, and measure each section of the banister. Since you’ll either be draping or wrapping the garland, add about 1 foot (0.30 m) to your measurements for every 3 feet (0.91 m) of banister. For example, if you have a banister that is 15 feet (4.6 m) long, you would purchase 20 feet (6.1 m) of garland. Interior designers use this look often because it’s very classic and reminds many people of the holidays! Secure the garland at every third or fourth spindle and let it sag between those points. The dips in the garland are called swag!  The amount of swag in between each point depends on your preference. You can make the drops as large and dramatic or as small and quaint as you’d like! Larger drops between the points will use more garland, so make sure you have enough on hand if you’re planning on going for a dramatic look. Many people use this method because it helps to make a typically not-festive part of the house very festive! Wrap the garland tightly between every baluster, or keep it loose for a more laid-back look. This method does restrict the use of the handrail, so be careful when using the stairs! This method is easy, quick, and uses the least amount of garland. Simply lay the garland on top of the banister and secure it at either end. The garland will also cover the handrail, but you can still carefully grab onto it if needed. Run the garland opposite of the handrail, on the lower part of the spindles. Be sure to weave the garland in and out of the spindles to secure it along the floor. Lowering the garland allows for more use of the hand rail, but still makes your stairs look festive!  For a fuller look, weave two strands of garland in opposite directions to completely cover the bottom of the spindles. Be careful when walking on the stairs, especially if you have children. Decorations from the garland can easily fall off onto the stairs and cause you to trip.

TL;DR in English: Measure the banister to see how much garland you’ll need. Create a classic “swag” look by letting the garland sag between spindles. Wrap the garland around the banister for a festive holiday look. Lay the garland straight along the banister for an easy decorating trick. String the garland at the bottom of the spindles for for a modern look.
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Many businesses now have security cameras recording their parking lots. Also, your community might have installed cameras that record streets, schools, and other government buildings. You should try to access this security footage, which could help identify the thief.  Stop into your town office or city hall and ask about checking security footage. Have a copy of your police report with you. Tell them the day and time you think the car was stolen. You can also stop into private businesses and asks. Also show them a copy of your police report. Avoid delay. Sometimes, businesses delete or film over security footage. Cab drivers are almost always on the road, so they are good “eyes” to have looking for your car. You can call up local cab companies and offer a reward for information leading to the recovery of your car.  Make sure to provide a detailed description and offer a sweet enough reward so that cab drivers have an incentive to find the car. Some people think $100 is enough, but you should probably offer closer to $500. Whenever someone registers, titles, or services your car, the VIN will be entered into a database. You can purchase a vehicle history report at the AutoCheck website for $30-40. Check this report for any entries after the date your car was stolen.  In the United States, you can also use the VinCheck feature at the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) website. This website finds cars that are reported as stolen or salvaged.  Contact the police in the area where the car has been registered or serviced. Explain that your car was stolen and share your copy of the police report and your vehicle history report. If the thief parks your car and gets a ticket, then that information is entered into your city’s database. Go online and search your car’s license plate number. If you find that it has been parked somewhere, call the police and tell them where. The thief might try to sell your car online. Often, they will post a picture and other identifying information, so you can scroll through...

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Think about the kind of friends that you want. Meet people from your activities. Monitor their behavior Choose people with similar interests and goals. Talk to trusted advisors.

Even if you have a bare-bones newspaper, you may still incur costs for printing and distribution. An 8-page school newspaper printed monthly can run $6,000 per year, budgeting for paper, ink, incidentals (supplies for reporters, etc.), a camera for a photographer, and other costs. Putting together a newspaper takes time. Think about how many articles you’d like to publish and how long it will take for these articles to be written and edited. Consider too how long you’ll need to design the newspaper issue, and how long you’ll need for printing. Establish a schedule so you know when to start working on an issue.  Start with the date that you’d like to release your paper on, and work backwards from there. You will also have overlap between one issue and the next issue, so keep this in mind as you plan your schedule. Journalistic ethics are a code that guides how you practice journalism. Consider how objective and responsible your paper will be, and think about what lines you will absolutely not cross. Be sure to get these in writing and enforce these guidelines with your staff. The Society of Professional Journalists, a professional organization with regional chapters all over the United States, has good guidelines for journalistic ethics on their website. Newspapers are a lot of work and can be more effectively produced when you have a team of people working on them. You can publish a newspaper by yourself, but you may be strapped for time or money in the process. Find people who share the same vision and passion as you for the newspaper.  Think about different positions you’ll need to fill. These might include writers, editors for each section, photographers, designers, web designers, and ad sales representatives. If you can afford it, pay your staff. Even if it isn’t much, a little bit of money helps to validate their professional contributions. If you want local businesses to advertise in your newspaper, you will need to ask them to do so. Make up a rate sheet, which is a table that tells them how much...

TL;DR in English: Set a budget. Establish a schedule. Establish journalistic ethics for your newspaper. Recruit staff for your newspaper. Solicit advertisers. Consult a lawyer.
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. A nice gift is great, but a nice gift with a personalized box is doubly thoughtful. Take your new ideas and put them to good use! It's a gift they might not be able to use forever, but the box they sure can. . And as for that closet of yours -- imagine if it were something you actually wanted to look at and wasn't a complete eyesore. No more relegating yourself to being surrounded by plastic tubs. Get to sprucing up your closet already! ecorate your box with newspaper. If you're lacking in the pretty paper department, newspaper can be surprisingly classy, especially if it's just black and white. Bust out the white glue and decoupage skills and redo all of your boxes -- they'll match but yet all be unique. . If for some odd reason the texture of your box is wonky and glue and paints don't easily adhere, why not crochet a box cover? You're really just crocheting a larger box to put over this box, but it serves the same purpose. It can also protect any special boxes you have that you don't want to fade in the sunlight or get ruined by little hands.

TL;DR in English: Decorate a gift box Decorate a storage box . Crochet a box cover
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You may want to leave nail holes in your wall to give your planking a more rustic appearance, but for a more finished look, fill in these holes with spackle. If your nail holes are very small, you may want to take a hammer and lightly tap holes with it to create a small indentation where the hole is. Dip a putty knife into your spackle, then:  Pull the putty knife over the indentation so that the spackle fills the hole. Try to work some of the spackle deeply into the nail hole. Drag your knife flat against the plank so that a flat, unblemished surface remains. Allow the spackle to dry completely according to its label instructions. Lightly sand spackled areas with fine grit sandpaper (120 to 220 rating). Apply a second layer of spackle in the same fashion as the first. Insert your caulk into a caulk gun and apply it according to its directions. Generally, this involves cutting the tip off the applicator and pressing the applicator lever on the gun. Then, use your gun to fill in the gaps between planks and between planks and the ceiling/wall.  Caulking the gaps will give a more finished look to your wall. What's more, you can use a paint-able caulk, so when you paint the color of your accent planking uniform. After caulk hardens, it retains some flexibility. This is great for you planking, which may warp or swell in humid weather. The caulk will flex with the planks, preventing them from popping free or coming loose. your accent planking before painting. Many kinds of planking are very absorbent. By using two to three layers of primer, you'll not only have a more chip resistant finish, but you'll also use less paint over the course of this project, saving you money.  Primer is also useful when you are trying to paint over a dark color, or colors that are vibrant, which can sometimes show through paint-only applications. Use long, even, overlapping strokes when applying your primer to the planking. Prime from top to bottom to decrease the likelihood of drips and runs. Once you are finished priming your first...

TL;DR in English: Spackle over nail holes, if desired. Caulk the gaps between boards, if desired. Prime Paint your accent planking.
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You can purchase The Sims 4 right from your Mac or PC computer through Origin. The best way to get The Sims 4 is to download Origin to your computer. Navigate to www.origin.com in your web browser. In the upper right-hand corner of the navigation bar, you will see an option to Download Origin. Click the download button.  Once on the download page, you will see a yellow button that says “Download Origin for…”. Depending on your computer, it will say “Mac” or “PC”.   On PC click the download button and click to save the Origin Setup file. Once it’s downloaded, look for the Origin icon on your desktop and double-click. This will launch the installer, follow the instructions to install Origin. On Mac, Click the download button. The Origin.dmg file will begin to download to your Downloads folder. Once the download is complete, locate the Origin.dmg file and click to open it. Drag the Origin icon into your Applications folder. Once you start up Origin you will see a box to login into your Origin account or create a new one. If you don’t already have an account you can quickly create one by clicking the Create an account button.   Fill in your date of birth and country, then click “continue”. Next, you will have to fill in the required information like email address, username, and password. Once you have completed the form, click Create Account. Once you login to your Origin client on your computer you can begin to browse and purchase games, such as The Sims 4. Search for The Sims 4 in the search bar toward the top of the screen.  You may see several Sims 4 options. The Sims 4 has several expansion packs that you can download separately. Make sure that you download either The Sims 4 or The Sims 4 Deluxe Edition. The Deluxe Edition adds extra content to your game like clothing and items. Click Add to Cart. Once you’ve added the game to your cart, you will see a “1” in your cart icon at the top right of the navigation bar, next to the search bar. Click your cart icon. Click Checkout to proceed to checkout. Follow the...

TL;DR in English: Download Origin. Create an Origin account if you don’t have one. Purchase and download The Sims 4. Open The Sims 4.
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A court curtsy is a deep form of curtsy used to show respect and deference to members of royalty, usually from European countries. A court curtsy is similar to a simple curtsy, except it involves dipping much lower in order to show greater respect.  To perform a court curtsy, extend your right foot behind your left, resting on the ball of the foot. Keeping your back straight and your head lowered, bend your knees outward. Keep lowering yourself down until your right knee almost touches the ground. Stay in that position for a second or two, then slowly raise yourself back to an upright position. This type of curtsy may not sound difficult, but it actually requires a lot of practice to ensure it is performed smoothly, without any jerky movements. A ballet curtsy - also known as a révérence - is an elegant curtsy performed at the end of a performance or class to show gratitude to the audience, the pianist, or the instructor.  Perform a ballet curtsy using the following steps:  Begin in the first position. Extend your right leg out to the side, pointing your toe. As you do this, extend your arms outward into the second position. Transfer your weight onto your right foot, while extending your left foot a couple of inches behind. Rest the left foot on the tips of your pointed toes. Keeping your back straight, bend your knees outwards into a curtsy. As you bend, bring your arms back to the first position and bend your head slightly.  Then, maintaining the same foot placement, stretch the legs upwards, raising the arms into the fourth position. Lift your head and stretch out your neck and back as you do this. Reverse the movements and repeat on the opposite side to complete the révérence. If you need to recap on the various ballet positions, see this article for guidance. The "Texas dip" is an elaborate curtsy performed by debutantes from the state of Texas during the International Debutante Ball. It involves lowering yourself into a deep curtsy, then leaning forward until your head almost touches the floor, allowing...

TL;DR in English: Do a court curtsy. Try a ballet curtsy. Perform a "Texas dip".
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What qualities are you looking for in a friend? Determining these things ahead of time will help you know what to look for when you are making new friends. Search out people who have these positive qualities you want in your life.  Some qualities you might consider are kindness, honesty, loyalty, intelligence, or creativity. Think of ways to tell if people possess these qualities. For example, someone who makes good grades in school is probably intelligent. Someone who volunteers at a nursing home is probably kind. Someone who is very active in art class is probably creative. Try to become friends with people who have good morals. A good place to meet people like this is at your church youth group or in an activity group organized through your school. People who get involved in activities and in the community are less likely to cause problems. . Do this before you start hanging out with someone new. If they mouth off in school, get into fights, or bully others, don't get too close to them. Hanging out with likeminded people is important. The saying “you are what you eat” can be applied to the friends you choose as well. If you hang out with motivated, driven people that will begin to rub off on you as well. If you spend time with people who don’t care about school or who are not nice to others, those behaviors could eventually rub off on you. There are probably a lot of people in your life (parents, teachers, counselors) who have more life experience than you and would love to advise you on how to find and keep good friends. Take advantage of their advice by talking to them and asking their opinion. It might help!

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Ask yourself what you want from college. Select your major and your classes carefully. Complete as much coursework as you can before the semester gets going. Figure out what is actually required to do well in the class. Streamline your commitments.

Rather than cutting them into slices, you might decide to leave them in a larger size to give them more of a presence in the dish you’re cooking. In this case, you can slice the whole mushroom down the middle once to half it and call it a day. If you need it to be smaller still, cutting the halves in half will give you nice chunky quarters. Use mushroom halves or quarters in more substantial side dishes like bourbon mushrooms or vegetable medleys. Once your cutting board is covered with mushroom quarters or slices, you can proceed to reduce them to a more manageable size by cutting them widthwise, then rotating them 90 degrees and slicing them again. Chopped mushrooms are the perfect size to throw in a pot of soup or a hearty casserole.  You also have the option of stopping after a single cut if you prefer bigger pieces. Keep in mind that mushrooms shrink quite a bit as they cook, so avoid chopping them too small if you don’t want them to disappear completely. Turn the mushrooms 1 more time and cut them into even smaller pieces. When fine-dicing or mincing, keep the blade of the knife in contact with the cutting board and raise and lower the rear edge of the blade repeatedly in a lever action. Continue cutting the mushrooms until they’re the desired size.  You may have to dig out the bulkier pieces and tackle them individually, as the mushrooms’ irregular shape will mean that some will be bigger than others. Stuff diced mushrooms into homemade egg rolls or samosas, or sprinkle them over a fresh garden salad.

TL;DR in English: Cut the mushrooms into halves or quarters. Turn the mushrooms for a coarse chop. Dice or mince the chopped mushrooms. Finished.
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If you have a negative number multiplying a term or terms within parentheses, be sure to distribute the negative to each term inside the parentheses.  Remember the basic rules of multiplying negatives:  Neg. x Neg. = Pos. Neg. x Pos. = Neg.   Consider the following example:   −4(9−3x)=48{\displaystyle -4(9-3x)=48}….. (original problem)  −4(9)−(−4)(3x)=48{\displaystyle -4(9)-(-4)(3x)=48}…..(distribute (-4) to each term)  −36−(−12x)=48{\displaystyle -36-(-12x)=48}…..(simplify the multiplication)  −36+12x=48{\displaystyle -36+12x=48}…..(notice that ‘minus -12’ becomes +12) After you complete the distribution, you then need to simplify the equation by moving all the variable terms to one side of the equals sign, and all the numbers without variables to the other. Do this by a combination of addition or subtraction.   −36+12x=48{\displaystyle -36+12x=48}…..(original problem)  −36(+36)+12x=48+36{\displaystyle -36(+36)+12x=48+36}…..(add 36 to each side)  12x=84{\displaystyle 12x=84}…..(simplify the addition to isolate the variable) Solve the equation by dividing both sides of the equation by whatever the coefficient of the variable is. This should result in a single variable on one side of the equation, with the result on the other.   12x=84{\displaystyle 12x=84}…..(original problem)  12x/12=84/12{\displaystyle 12x/12=84/12}…..(divide both sides by 12)  x=7{\displaystyle x=7}…..(solution) Whenever you see a minus sign in an algebra problem, particularly if it comes before a parenthesis, you should imagine that it says + (-1). This will help you correctly distribute the negative to all the terms within the parentheses. Then solve the problem as before.  For example, consider the problem, 4x−(x+2)=4{\displaystyle 4x-(x+2)=4}. To be certain that you distribute the negative properly, rewrite the problem to read: 4x+(−1)(x+2)=4{\displaystyle 4x+(-1)(x+2)=4}  Then distribute the (-1) to the terms inside the parentheses as follows:   4x+(−1)(x+2)=4{\displaystyle 4x+(-1)(x+2)=4}…..(revised problem)  4x−x−2=4{\displaystyle...

TL;DR in English: Distribute a negative number together with its negative sign. Combine like terms. Divide to find the final solution. Treat subtraction as adding (-1).
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Choose a container with a lid that will form a tight seal, such as a piece of tupperware or a canning jar. This will keep unwanted moisture from getting into the flour, which can cause clumping and allow bacteria or mold to set up.  Use a container or separate lid with a built-in pour spout to make it easier to measure out the flour for recipes. Limit the number of times you transfer the rice flour to a different container to minimize the amount of air it receives. When kept covered and dry at room temperature, grain flours will stay fresh for weeks. They can last even longer in the refrigerator or freezer, where they'll be protected from unnecessary exposure.  For optimal flavor and texture, try to use your rice flour within 1-2 weeks. Refrigerate the flour with a box of baking soda to prevent it from absorbing odors from other stored foods. Brown rice flour makes an excellent substitute for conventional wheat flour in all gluten-free dishes. Use homemade four to bake cookies, cakes or brownies, whip up a batch of rustic pancakes for breakfast or even bind fresh pasta or crabcakes. Rice contains less sugar than wheat, and is also packed with beneficial vitamins and nutrients.  Look up new gluten-free recipes for ideas and inspiration on how to use a fresh batch of brown rice flour.  Stir brown rice flour into soups, sauces and gravies to help thicken them.

TL;DR in English: Place the brown rice flour in an airtight container. Store the flour in the pantry or refrigerator. Incorporate brown rice flour into your favorite recipes. Finished.
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Living in an RV can be very different from living in a conventional home, so to make the experience a success, you need to make sure that you have a good reason to stay committed to it. There are no definite “right” or “wrong” reasons, though, so a reason that seems solid to you will usually be enough. Retirees and individuals who frequently relocate due to their jobs are among those who usually choose to live in an RV full-time. That being said, if you want to live a simpler life or long to travel across country, this can be a good life choice for you, too. Even though living in an RV evokes a sense of freedom, the truth of the matter is that you'll be living in very close quarters with your family members and spending many, many hours with them. If anyone opposes the lifestyle, the divide will create unwanted and inescapable tension in your everyday life. If you have kids under the age of 18, make sure that your kids agree to the idea along with your spouse. The entire family should also prepare to undertake the challenge of homeschooling. If you've never spent a prolonged period of time in an RV, it's a good idea to try before you buy. Rent or borrow and RV and try vacationing in it for one week to one month. Doing so should give you a better idea of what long-term RV life might be like. Even if you have experience driving or hauling large trailers, you need to have the experience of actually living in an RV. Get a good idea of what it's like to drive the vehicle, organize and schedule your drives, budget for life on the road, and live day-to-day with only the necessities. In many cases, you won't need a special driver's license to drive or haul an RV, but there are some exceptions. Research the licensing laws in the state of your permanent address and fulfill those requirements before you make any other preparations. Check with the state DMV to determine the legal requirements. Some notably large motorhomes may require you to obtain a different license for a different vehicle class, but you shouldn't need...

TL;DR in English: Evaluate your reasons. Get a consensus. Practice before committing. Learn about licensing laws. Prepare a backup plan.
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Your teeth are a type of tissue made up of minerals with a hard exterior called enamel. The enamel covers dentin, which is softer than enamel. These layers protect the pulp, which is made up of nerves and blood supply to your teeth. This enamel can be damaged by bacteria in a process called demineralization, leading to cavities, tooth decay, and other dental problems. Tooth decay is caused by bacteria, which is prevalent on your teeth, gums, tongue, throat, and inside your cheeks. This is perfectly normal and helpful to overall health, but it can also damage the your teeth and mouth if it becomes overgrown. These bacteria form colonies, called dental plaques, which feed on sugars you consume.  The bacteria then produce acids that cause your teeth to decay.

TL;DR in English: Learn about teeth. Understand how bacteria affect your teeth.
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There are many reasons why a college degree is desirable, not least that it is still considered highly valuable by many employers.  Your own reasons for pursuing a college degree may be more personal, but spend some time working out exactly what these reasons are. Consider why college is important to you.  Do you want to learn important skills like critical thinking and problem-solving? Do you want to make friends, network and get to know other people? Do you want to get good grades for further study? Do you want to get a particular job that requires a college degree? Spend some time reflecting on these questions and come up with your own answers.  It might even be a good idea to write them down.  This will help you to recognize what's important to you so that you can focus on the essential things. After you have determined what's important to you as a college student, then you can make better decisions about pursuing a major or particular class that will help you achieve your goals.  Speak to your academic advisor.  It is their job to provide information about what certain majors entail and what courses are necessary. Ask other students for information about the class. Ask questions like, is the course time-consuming? Is the professor fair? What are the assignments like? If you don't know any other students, look online.  There are many websites, some more general and others specific to particular schools where students share this kind of information. Be aware that what is on these sites are merely individual opinions, and your own experience of the course may be different. Preparation is key and doing what you can before the semester starts will help things run more smoothly later on.  For example, ask the professor for a copy of the syllabus ahead of time so that you can order the necessary materials before the semester starts. Familiarize yourself with the course materials.  You can even start reading early to get ahead! This is key to being a lazy, yet productive, college student.  Professors often cut...

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