At first, the new timetable confused passengers, but clearer signs helped them find the right platform.
起初，新时刻表让乘客感到困惑，但更清楚的标志帮助他们找到了正确站台。
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At first, the new schedule seemed confusing, but the staff soon learned where each group should meet.
At first, I thought I'd lost my keys, but they were in the coat pocket.
起初我以为钥匙丢了，后来发现它们在外套口袋里。
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