He grew up in a slum and overcame difficulties to succeed.

He clutched my hand in a firm grip.

The European water vole is a small mammal native to Europe.

When he came, I saw a new car. I bought it.

He spoke slowly, as if reading a poem.

He is studying ancient Yamato Bumi.

Yamatobumi is my best friend.

He wants to learn about the life of nomads.

He played beautiful music using a pellet drum.

She said 'to each his own', respecting the differences among people.