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Nan was as good as her word. Instead of trying to persuade Patty not to / study so hard, she did all she could to keep the study hours free from / interruption.
Many a time when Nan wanted Patty's company or assistance, she refrained / from telling her so, and unselfishly left the girl to herself as much as / possible.