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    The functions of the skin are protection, body temp regulation, blood resevior, excretion, metabolic functions, and cutaneous sensations. The skin is composed of two distinct regions: epidermis and dermis. The epidermis is composed of epithelial cells and is the outermost protective shield of the body. The epidermis is a keratinized stratified squamous epithelium consisting of 4 distinct cell types (keratinocytes, melanocytes, Merkel cells, and Langerhans’ cells) and 4-5 distinct layers. The…

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    as the guys were together. The officer went up to the three men and asked them for their names and Terry mumbled something under their breathe and officer McFadden spun him around, feeling a weapon, that was a pistol under his overcoat. The officer reached into his overcoat but was unable to get the gun out of his pocket. He then, ordered all of the three men to go inside the store and demanded them to be facing against the wall,…

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    “I saw past the shiny watch… the beautiful woolen overcoat. I saw Caitlin,” illustrates Billy assurance with people, a mutual connection, disassociated from the division and wealth. Therefore, the use of credible transitions depicts transformative changes conveyed by Billy’s character. Herrick portrays…

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    desperation on the streets of New York. He prayed for hope, for a brighter future, and for a better tomorrow. He dreamed of money, a home, a family, and people that once loved him. Simply put, Brent wanted a place to belong. As he gripped his worn blue overcoat tightly and braced himself for a frigid evening, he reconciled the violations to his creed that he had previously made throughout his lifetime. Only two years ago, Brent and his loving wife, Jasmine, went through a difficult divorce; what…

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    Mr. Vonnegut, After thoroughly analyzing and metaphorically murdering your novel, Slaughterhouse Five, I have come to a much overdue conclusion that I think you 'll very much enjoy. Your use of figurative language has captured my heart in a way that no one else could. I adore Billy 's incredible personality, I strongly dislike the German soldiers that imprisoned all of your characters and the people who wanted to murder Billy. I feel empathetic for Billy 's first wife, Valencia since Billy met…

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    dress in the Bulgarian reader’s mind would not evoke elegance (which is implied by the author). The Bulgarian reader connects the velvet more with curtains than with clothes, especially elegant clothes. Mr. Henshaw wears an overcoat, which is translated as балтон. An overcoat could have…

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    examples of this. In the first example, the author is on a train and describes the temperature inside as being at least 85 degrees, despite it being below freezing outside. The author began to sweat, and soon loosened his tie and removed his jacket and overcoat. Looking around, he noticed that everyone else was as uncomfortable as he was, but when given the opportunity to speak up while the Conductor took tickets, no one said a word about the heat. When the conductor came to him, the author…

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    several things to consider while shopping for men’s jackets and coats, and they should be kept in mind to make the most appropriate choice. Firstly, you need to decide what these jackets and coats will be utilised for. Will it serve the purpose of an overcoat or will it be an integral part of the complete look of the entire outfit similar to a suit jacket? Having…

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    McFadden was therefore, considered not only an expert in strategies, but also, on criminal tricks and pickpocketing in other words steeling things from a person’s pocket without them noticing. Working in law enforcement as a police officer for 39 years, and as a detective for 35 years McFadden developed an observational habit and therefore a daily routine over the years. In the oral testimony he explained how while patrolling in Cleveland, Ohio in 1963 McFadden spotted two individuals being…

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    The year was 1434 and fashion just began to bloom just like the new spring season; new styles, new colors, and some brand new artists. Going through the years, many unspoken rules were in place for people to follow. You had to walk, talk, eat, and even stand a certain way because it was the proper thing to do. Women alike took to fashion to be able to express themselves without using words; to make their statements standout and last longer than a Hollywood star on the walk of fame. Women would…

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