I missed the important point because I was distracted by his humorous story.

Please use the serving chopsticks to plate the sushi.

The bamboo cutter went to the forest every day to cut bamboo.

On cold days, I like to read a book in front of the fireplace to warm myself up.

He flatly refused my proposal.

He turned the difficult situation to his advantage.

He used a double capture strategy in shogi.

He dreams of ruling the business world.

In this restaurant, you can have as much dessert as you like.

He picked up the book and started reading.