As the night grows late, the city becomes quiet.

He was lost in deep contemplation.

He pondered deeply and found a solution to the problem.

Due to the depressed business climate, many companies are going bankrupt.

Due to the economic downturn, many companies went bankrupt.

His room was so unclean that I didn't want to clean it.

My father and older brother are very strict.

I felt his behavior was clearly disrespectful.

The prefectural police are proceeding with the investigation of the incident.

Under ancient laws, those who committed serious crimes could be subjected to castration as a form of punishment.