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Ubiquitous (adj.): existing everywhere at the same time.
We see ubiquitous political ads before elections.

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Tip #491: The name of a publication or product is considered
singular, even though it may be plural in form. For example:
Consumer Reports is publishing an update on minivans.

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Choose the correct verb:
1. Frosted Flakes (are, is) my favorite cereal.
2. Changing Times (are, is) offering new subscribers a
discounted rate.
3. The United States (are, is) undertaking a new foreign policy.
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"Happiness depends upon ourselves." (Aristotle, ancient
Greek philosopher)

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Answers:
1. Frosted Flakes (is) my favorite cereal.
2. Changing Times (is) offering new subscribers a discount.
3. The United States (is) undertaking a new foreign policy.

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