I decided to try my hand at painting.

He is so self-involved that he doesn't notice the needs of others.

I always come before my sister.

Many businesses fall under the influence of economic downturns.

The spy had to secrete the confidential documents before the enemy arrived.

The scrubby plant struggled to grow in the rocky soil.

She made an attempted escape from the prison.

In his precipitant desire to leave, he forgot his wallet at home.

The debauched lifestyle of the rock star eventually led to his downfall.

I have over a hundred books in my library.