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The Commonwealth Games did not take place in 1942 and 1946 due to the Second World War.

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The Commonwealth Games were not held in 1942 and 1946 because of World War II.

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The Commonwealth Games were not held during the World War One due to the fact it was first held in 1930 and during the World War Two it was cancelled due to the conflict in Europe.

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