She was looking on as the children played in the park.

The store marked down the prices for the sale.

He marks down the prices as requested.

Putting aside our differences, we were able to work together on the project.

He is pawning off as a professional chef.

She lays aside her book and stands up.

She is as modern as next week.

He is as fit as a flea.

As-salamu alaykum! How are you doing today?

He is asking for trouble by provoking that dangerous dog.