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It is a common misconception that punctual can also, when talking about grammar, mean to be accurate.
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She won in her category, and also won 2nd place overall in target landing and 3rd in punctual flight.
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In order for each dish to be enjoyed at the proper temperature, ryokan stress that guests should be punctual for their meals.
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They were meant to be not only very comfortable, but also particularly punctual.
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It is not used to indicate completed punctual events that have relevance for the present; instead the (periphrastic) present perfect is used in this role.
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She described him as a diligent and punctual student.
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The women exhibit excellent managerial abilities and are very punctual and regular in repaying their loans.
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Unlike its competitor, it operated seven days a week, at night if required, and was punctual.
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Of the punctual verbs, semelfactives are atelic, and achievements are telic.
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Public transportation is congested but convenient, clean, punctual, and relatively inexpensive.
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