It is easy to open a shop but hard to keep it always open.

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

The sun soon dispelled the thick fog.

She must be very strong to carry such a weight on her back.

This national park is special because it has plants and animals from both tropical and temperate zones.

Her father likes the head cabbage rare.

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

With the victory over Germany in the final match, Brazil became the first team to win the trophy five times.

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

When the bank refused to lend us any more money we realized we'd reached the end of the road.

For many young people in Britain, being in one of the school teams and playing in matches is very important.

He revealed his intentions of leaving the company to the manager during the office dinner party.

We'd better speed up if we want to get there in time.

My cousin tends to look on the bright side in any circumstance.

After a grueling and busy week at work, the stillness of the river reminded Lara of the silence.

The wise man has long ears and a short tongue.

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

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

They started building the house in January.

He is not popular and has a lot of enemies.

We cannot clean up our polluted rivers and seas overnight.