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You were hurt in a minor accident inside a supermarket, and you wish to complain to the supermarket. Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter: - say who you are - give details about the accident - suggest how the supermarket could prevent similar accidents

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Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding a minor accident that I was involved in at your supermarket - Toronto Grocerries, on 20th October. My name is Olivia Belmont, and I am a regular customer at your Toronto City Center branch.
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You were hurt in a minor accident inside a supermarket, and you wish to complain to the supermarket. Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter:- say who you are- give details about the accident- suggest how the supermarket could prevent similar accidents- Write atleast 150 words.

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You were hurt in a minor accident inside a supermarket, and you wish to complain to the supermarket. Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter: - say who you are - give details about the accident - suggest how the supermarket could prevent similar accidents

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