the advocate of

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I am inclined to suspect

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I am, indeed, most solicitous

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I am most grateful for the opportunity

I am myself greatly indebted

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I am not at liberty to discuss

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I am sure I feel no hostility

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I am sure this generous audience will pardon me

I am sure you all hope

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I am sure you will acquit me

I am sure you will be kind enough

I am sure you will do me the justice

I am sure you will not be surprised

I am surely not