His behavior was something that departed from the norm.

He blew the whistle to start the game.

We are aiming to kill two birds with one stone with this plan.

He devoted his lifetime to music.

You cannot master Japanese in a short period of time.

The success of this project is due to the persistence of effort.

This project requires persistence.

He rang the hand bell in a Buddhist ceremony.

He headed to the library, holding a book under his arm.

He came into the classroom holding a book under his arm.