He failed to enter college for two consecutive years. He was finally able to attend FPT Arena University.

They were late for the meeting because of the heavy snow.

I did not see Susan off at the airport. I feel bad about it now.

I tried to persuade her. I didn’t succeed, however.

I didn’t arrive in time. I was not able to see her off.

I should have finished my work last night but I was exhausted.

The boss was annoyed that his secretary came to work late.

The referee brought the football game to a halt. He blew his whistle.

Cars cause pollution but people still want them.

The coffee was not strong. It didn’t keep us awake.

 “I’ll speak calmly. I really will!”, he said.

They cancelled all flights because of fog.

My sister is good at cooking. My brother is bad at it.

Your only chance of getting a ticket is to wait in the queue.

“Why don’t you choose German as your optional subject?” said Jane.

“You should take more care of your health or you may regret it,” the doctor said to her.

I am not certain, but there may be about twenty applicants for the job.

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Few other paintings in the world are as famous as the Mona Lisa.

It’s undeniable that the Internet plays a vital role in our life nowadays.

There is nothing new in the use of herbs and spices.