He made hokey excuses for being late.

She accepted the decision resignedly, knowing there was nothing more she could do.

My little brother would go mad for a new video game.

The new technology has really made its mark in the industry.

She really made her mark in the business world.

I hired a doula to support me during childbirth.

I usually take the public transit to work.

By any measure, this has been a successful year for our company.

The officer in the peaked cap gave me a stern look.

He would even go so far as to sacrifice his own life for his country.