I am studying for the purpose of passing the exam.

In the long run, hard work always pays off.

He stood before the pearly gates, unsure of what awaited him on the other side.

He gave an off the cuff speech at the conference.

There are disagreements on both sides of the aisle regarding the new tax policy.

Let's mark the occasion with a special celebration.

She was accused of witchcraft and sentenced to burning at the stake.

He reached the depth of misery after losing his job and his family.

She is a babe in the woods when it comes to cooking.

Jeff had to pound the pavement for three months before he found a job.