The ovum is the beginning of life.

This country had been suffering from civil war for a long time.

He is showing a lazy attitude towards his work.

His lazy attitude is slowing down the work.

This old ragged clothes, spelled as '藍褸' in obsolete way, is what my grandfather wore when he was young.

My house is built on a vast land.

We are planning to go to Disneyland next week.

He was wearing torn clothes and looked very poor.

The baby was quietly sleeping in the rocking cradle.

This handbook is packed with very useful information.