standard – adj. normal or traditional in appearance

pass them around – expression. to share; to offer something to each person in a group

resource(s) – n. a supply of something that someone has and can use when it is needed

aesthetic modification – expression. changes to the appearance of something

impose – v. to cause (something, such as a tax, fine, rule or punishment) to affect someone or something by using your authority

comply – v. to do what you have been asked or ordered to do (often + with)

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