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Outsourcing a Date

Sheldon decides to outsource his date night obligation with Amy to Raj.

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Is Stuart a Friend?
Is Stuart a Friend?

Raj wants Stuart to continue to be in the friendship group. 

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Outsourcing a Date
Outsourcing a Date

Sheldon decides to outsource his date night obligation with Amy to Raj.

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No Such Thing as a Free Movie
No Such Thing as a Free Movie

Leonard and Penny go out as friends.

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In Exchange for Being a Wingman
In Exchange for Being a Wingman

Raj trades Sheldon his limited edition Green-Lantern lantern in exchange for Sheldon's service as a wingman.

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Dry Cleaners Shouldn't Make Keys
Dry Cleaners Shouldn't Make Keys

Sheldon doesn't trust Penny's dry cleaner because he also makes keys.

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