A narrow passage led directly through the house into the garden.

They need to empty stocks.

The bank announced that it was to merge with another of the high street banks.

He is over the moon about his good marks.

The earth is being threatened and the future looks bad.

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

I have a modest little glass fish tank where I keep a variety of small fish.

The distinction between schooling and education implied by this remark is important.

Unless the two signatures are identical, the bank won’t honor the check.

‘What I’ve got to say to you now is strictly off the record and most certainly not for publication,’ said the government official to the reporter.

I am afraid I haven’t allowed him enough initiative, said Father Payne, that’s a bad habit of mine.

The next day the union voted to begin an indefinite strike.

In some Asian coutries, it is customary for people to worship their ancestors.

The best time to visit is during the dry season, from October to April, when the hard forest rain is over.

He put on his best clothes for the party.

I think we've chosen the right person to lead the expedition.

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

Her father likes the head cabbage rare.

I feel that learning English will help my chances of promotion at work.

Visitors, especially children, can go there to learn how to recognize the different species of animals and plants.

Affluent families find it easier to support their children financially.