She drove me to school every day

Our interests conflict with theirs.

the attainment of independence

She had the good fortune to get into the school she wanted to.

We want freedom from poverty.

The present writer doesn't like such a tendency.

The photo artist had trouble expressing himself.

The thermometer registered minus ten last night.

He was always causing a scene with his outrageous behavior.

He brings out the best in her

His performance was worthy of praise.

She received the letter to the effect that he would soon be back.

a valued friend

he stuck the cloth with the needle

Unfortunately, I didn't get the chance to see the castle.

He muscled his way through the crowd.

He tried writing a short story.

How can you say that?

This morning, I heard the great news of the new arrival in your family.

What with joy and shame, she blushed to the ears.

He reads French and German, not to speak of English.

Every successful repetition spoke favorably for the quality of the first test.

followed common procedure

The story is based on fact.

He studies harder than any other student does in his class.

a trifling matter

If you don't know, you had better ask around. I usually ask around before trying the hair salon.

She's not as beautiful as her sister.

He hung his head sheepishly.

You might want to try a different shampoo.

I remember the event as vividly as if it were just yesterday.

He went to New York on business.

This mouse was killed by my cat.

We must tear down this house.

People no longer consider it strange for men to let their hair grow long.

The young man was caught soliciting in the park

his fate is certain

She ground down a kitchen knife in the course of many years.

She is addicted to alcohol.

The medicine relieved him of his stomach-ache.