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Bubble gum is a type of chewing gum that is especially designed for blowing bubbles. It is usually pink in colour and has a particular flavour.

 USUAL

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In 1928 it was invented by Walter E. Diemer who worked for the Fleer Chewing Gum Company in Philadelphia. In his spare time Diemer was trying new gum recipes and, by accident, invented a different gum.

 DIFFER

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It was less sticky than regular chewing gum and it stretched more easily.

 STICK

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When Walter Diemer, who was 23 years old at that time, saw the bubbles, produced by his new gum, he saw the possibility of making money.

 POSSIBLE

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He took the gum, which he had given the name Dubble Bubble, to the nearby grocery store and made a demonstration to the salesmen to show the extraordinary features of his gum.

DEMONSTRATIVE

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The new gum was very successful and popular with customers. Although Diemer never received a patent for his invention, he sold the recipe to his company and became a senior vice president.

 SUCCESS