Seller: That's right. (Confirming) nine to twelve. (Informing)
Buyer: Uh huh. The ad says you're selling a lawnmower. (Referring) What kind is it? (Inquiring)
Seller: The lawnmower's gone. (Responding negatively) Sorry. (Apologizing)
Buyer: Oh. Well, how about the refrigerator? (Referring) You still got that? (Inquiring)
Seller: Yes, the fridge is still here. (Confirming)
Buyer: How old is it? (Inquiring)
Seller: Only four years old. 200 liter size. Works well. Very clean. (Persuading)
Buyer: Okay, what price you got on that? (Inquiring)
Seller: Two hundred and twenty dollars. (Informing)
Buyer: Uh huh. I'll drop by in half an hour. (Informing)
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