[Q]: M: Wait, you mean the business conference on Tuesday is cancelled?  What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: Here is this week's schedule, Tony. On Monday, there is the board meeting. Your speech to the lion's club is on Tuesday afternoon. Then on Wednesday you have an appointment with your lawyer and...


[Q]: M: But flying makes me so nervous.  What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: If I were you, I would take a plane instead of a bus. It will take you a long time to get there by bus.


[Q]: W: Oh, really? His student John must be disappointed at this news.  What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: M: The teacher called off the lecture.


[Q]: M: Oh, they are wonderful. It's quite some time since I have enjoyed myself so much. And your service is perfect, too.  What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: