We often have picnics by the river on weekends.

We have a picnic by the river every weekend.

This area was once plagued by attacks from roving bandits.

Nagamiko is my best friend.

He is living like a beggar.

This new car is characterized by its streamlined design.

Yesterday's mahjong game ended in a draw.

He caused a draw in mahjong.

This area used to be plagued by attacks from roving bandits.

I could hear his footsteps fading away.