Identify awkward or pretentious diction in the following sentences, and revise each sentence as necessary to improve clarity.
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Let’s have a discussion of the essay you read for homework.
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Khaya finally came to the realization that she preferred research to teaching.
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A key step toward losing weight is to make a reduction in the amount of food you consume.
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A supercilious manager rarely contributes to a felicitous workplace.
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Recommendations are being made by the faculty for the honor society.
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Colin filled out his application to work part-time during the holidays.
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We should give serious consideration to the possibility of traveling to China this summer.
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The president has every intention of hearing both viewpoints.
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Before finalizing the meeting, the chair of the group offered a plethora of ideas.
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Before Derrell made a serious purchase, such as a car, he made a study of the competition.
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Many benefits accrue from residing in a heterogeneous community.
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The press release gave an explanation for the senator’s stance on homeland security.
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A recalcitrant attitude has resulted from too many of our colleagues becoming mired in quotidian concerns.
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Maya has a lot of sympathy for students who experience test anxiety.
I know the answers to 3, 5, 7, and 9
2. Let's discuss the essay you read.
4. To lose weight, reduce the amount of food you eat.
I'll be glad to check your revisions for the other sentences.