Ask Mum for permission to go out now. She looks like she’s in a good mood.

The use of lasers in surgery has become relatively commonplace in recent years.

I received housing benefit when I was unemployed.

If you do not understand the word "superstitious", look it up in the dictionary.

The consequences of the typhoon were disatrous due to the lack of effective measures.

In most countries, compulsory military service does not apply to women.

In the 1776 pamphlet "Common Sense," Thomas Paine defended the cause of the American Revolution.

Before the earthquake hit the area,many minor tremors were felt.

It is an occasion when strength and sports are tested, friendship and solidarity was built and deepened.

He resembles his brother in appearance very much, which makes his friends unable to recognize.

I told you clearly and definitely not to write your answers in pencil, Smith!

This quartet of extraodinarily talented musicians generated a phenomenal number of pieces that won gold records.

My parents’ warnings didn’t deter me from choosing the job of my dreams.

His new yatch is certainly an ostentatious display of his wealth.

The teacher gave some suggestions on what would come out for the examination.

Childbearing is the women's most wonderful role.

The shop assistant was totally bewildered by the customer’s behavior.

In times of war, the Red Cross is dedicated to reducing the sufferings of wounded soldiers, civilians, and prisoners of war.

How many countries took part in the last Olympic Games?

Those companies were closed due to some seriously financial problems.

In the twentieth century, drug markedly improved health throughout the world.