This earthquake occurred after a large preliminary tremor.

He is scheduled to attend a pretrial hearing next week.

We are considering increasing the credit limit.

His words contained an implied meaning.

The gyōji raised his voice towards the wrestlers and said, 'Hakkeyoi'.

The sumo referee shouted, 'Hakkiyoi!'

Toyosaburo is my best friend.

He is too gullible and often gets taken advantage of by others.

I believe it will go well if he succeeds in that job.

He got so smart that his head started spinning.