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In 1746, a group of London booksellers commissioned Samuel Johnson to write an authoritative dictionary of the English language. Johnson spent nearly nine years compiling the work, defining over 40,000 words. Unlike modern lexicographers who work in large teams, Johnson completed the monumental task almost entirely on his own. Throughout the process, he carefully selected illustrative quotations from famous authors, which helped demonstrate how words were used in context. Upon its publication in 1755, the dictionary was widely praised for its comprehensive scope and became the standard reference for over a century, reaping massive props from contemporary scholars who thought it was totally awesome.

Which choice best maintains the established tone and style of the passage?