I live in a small town in the back of beyond.

She grew up in a badly-off family.

The balance of payments is a crucial indicator of a country's economic health.

The balance of power between the two countries has shifted in recent years.

The balance of trade between the two countries has been steadily increasing.

The meteor streaked across the sky like a ball of fire.

The donkey is often referred to as a beast of burden.

The lion, a beast of prey, is known as the king of the jungle.

I used bicarbonate of soda to clean the stains on my kitchen sink.

I need to fill out a bill of exchange.