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61went out of his way — went out of his skin, did everything within his power …
62retained his status — succeeded to be re elected, did not lose his position …
63Portal:Puerto Rico/Did you know-Puerto Rico? — Did you know Puerto Rico? …
64performed his duty — did his duty, did what he was required to do …
65held back his tears — did not cry despite his desire to do so, controlled his tears …
66buried his head in the sand — did not want to see the truth, did not want to face reality (expression derived from the ostrich s habit of burying its head in the sand) …
67took his time — did not hurry to do something, did something with patience and slowly …
68obeyed his orders — did as he commanded, followed his commands …
69prepared his homework — did his homework …
70pulled his weight — did his part, contributed all he could …