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Checkpoint

Complete the following clichés that have to do with sports and politics. Check your answers here.

Sports Clichés

  • about the rookie who looks promising: You'll be hearing __________________.

  • about players who can shoot from far out: They can really shoot__________________.

  • about a perfect basket: Nothing but__________________.

Political clichés

  • when a challenger is running: It's time for __________________.

  • about criticizing what the other side has been saying: This is turning into __________________.

  • about a scandal that's leaked before a pivotal point in the race: You have to question __________________.

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