I am reading the Old Testament.

He is a lawyer with a deep understanding of the covenant.

Using punctuation marks correctly is important for understanding sentences.

This sentence is written in a contracted form.

This fabric contracts when it absorbs water.

This sentence is too long, please abbreviate it.

This document has been shortened for abbreviation.

This treaty was concluded to strengthen the friendly relations between the two countries.

Her graceful movements are just like a ballerina's.

I bought a new notebook at the 100-yen shop.