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

Kevin stopped to buy the evening paper from a news vendor.

Rapid run-off would cause frequent floods and leave little water during fry seasons.

The couple tried to converse in the busy restaurant, but they couldn't hear themselves speak so they went elsewhere.

His career in the illicit drug trade ended with the police raid this morning.

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

After many months of grueling work and painful injuries to her shoulder and back, Susan realized that her dream of swimming the English Channel was unattainable.

Slavery was abolished in the US in the 19th century.

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

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

A chronic lack of sleep may make us irritable and reduces our motivation to work.

The earth is being threatened and the future looks bad.

One in seven accidents is caused by sleepy drivers.

The school offers manual training to the pupils.

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

The Red Cross is an international humanitarian agency dedicated to reducing the sufferings of wounded soldiers, civilians and prisoners of war.

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

If any employee knowingly breaks the terms of this contract, he will be dismissed immediately.

We are very grateful to Professor Humble for his generosity in donating this wonderful painting to the museum.

The temperature soared to above 100 degrees in the shade.

On the whole, the rescue mission was well executed.