The knight of industry was known for his cunning and deceitful ways.

There was a lion in the way, but we managed to overcome the danger.

There were lions in the way.

The company's new product launch is expected to get ink in the local newspaper.

He mopped up the ice on the floor.

She is mopping up the ice on the floor.

He mops up the ice on the floor.

They need to mop up the ice on the floor.

The treasure is buried in the ground.

He put his opponent in the ground with a powerful punch.