Dozens of applicants showed up for the vacant position, but only a handful of them were shortlisted for the interview.

The new amphitheater was based on the ancient Greek design.

Professor Berg was very interested in the diversity of cultures all over the world.

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

In my experience, freshmen today are different from those I knew 25 years ago.

The journalist refused to disclose the sourse of his information.

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

It was inevitable that the smaller company should merge with the larger one.

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

The purpose of this survey is to determine students’ attitudes toward love and marriage.

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

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

Many new graduates take a part – time job and barely make ends meet every month.

John was not promoted because his work did not meet the manager's expectations.

The bomb exploded in the garage; fortunately no one hurt.

He insisted on listening to the entire story.

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

Sports and festivals form an integral part of every human society.

Participants from 100 countries go to the Olympic Games.

He had never experienced such discourtesy towards the president as it occurred at the annual meeting in May.

Whenver problems come up, we discuss them frankly and find solutions quickly.