The use of thermonuclear weapons could potentially cause a major disaster for all of humanity.

He has been working on this project for many years.

He escaped from the accident by a hairsbreadth.

She spends time on her makeup every morning.

She applies makeup in front of the mirror every morning.

The use of bioweapons is prohibited by international law.

He was sitting and hugging his knees, talking with his friends.

He was set to participate in a reeducation program.

He was to be reeducated.

The three friends of winter are planted in his garden.