‘What I’ve got to say to you now is strictly off the record and most certainly not for publication,’ said the government official to the reporter.

Rich families find it easier to support their children financially.

Drivers are advised to get enough petrol because filling stations are few and far between on the highway.

It was brave of you to speak in front of all those people.

We are now a 24/7 society where shops and services must be available all hours.

My suitcases are so heavy.

The government is not prepared to tolerate this situation any longer.

Those who advocate for doctor-assisted suicide say the terminally ill should not have to suffer.

Be quiet or you'll wake the whole house!

The majority of people in the town strongly support the plans to build a new school.

At times, this can be risky, and the keepers have been injured and one has been killed.

The whole conference was totally disorganized - nobody knew what they were supposed to be doing.

Barry seems happy enough working for himself.

Paid employment has doubtedly brought economic and social gains to many women.

It's cool and quiet everywhere except in the kitchen.

The sun soon dispelled the thick fog.

During the five- decade history the Asian Games have been advancing in all aspects.

My mom is always bad-tempered when I leave my room untidy.

There has been no discernible improvement in the noise levels since lorries were banned.

If you are not inside a house, you do not know about its leaking.

We ought to keep these proposals secret from the chairman for the time being.