They devised a strategy to suppress the enemy's defense line.

He advanced to bring the enemy's position under control.

We submitted a petition to the mayor for the improvement of the park.

We petitioned the mayor for improvements to the park.

This law was enacted to codify long-standing customs.

This law is codified.

Will you marry me?

"Do you want to have a meal? Take a bath? Or choose me?" she said jokingly.

She used to be a prostitute, but now she has started a new life.

He was hiding the fact that he was an illegitimate child.