California is a large state on the west coast of the United States.

The state should protect citizens' basic rights.

The old house was in a terrible state after the storm.

Exercise can improve both your physical state and your mood.

Please state your name clearly at the beginning of the interview.

The notice states that the library will close early on Friday.

The old statesman was respected for his honesty and patience.

A true statesman thinks about the country's future, not just the next election.

One statistic showed that more students were reading for pleasure.

The report used a statistic to show how quickly the city was growing.

A statistician helped the team understand the survey results.

The statistician warned that the numbers could be misleading.

The witness gave a clear statement to the police.

Her statement made the school's new rule easier to understand.

We waited at the railway station for nearly an hour.

The army stationed guards at the entrance during the visit.

The family owned a large estate outside the city.

After his death, his estate was divided among his children.

A bronze statue stood in the centre of the square.

Tourists stopped to take photos of the statue.

The app shows the current status of your order.

Education can change a person's social status.

Women constitute a large part of the volunteer team.

The new law constituted a committee to protect local rivers.

The constitution protects basic rights such as free speech.

Students learned how the constitution limits government power.

The school will institute a new reading program next term.

She hopes to study at a language institute in Beijing.

The university is an old institution with a long history.

Marriage is still an important social institution in many cultures.

The institution of the new rule changed how the school managed phones.

The institution of regular safety checks reduced accidents.

The witness described the accident in great detail.

The poem describes a quiet village after rain.

The police asked for a detailed description of the missing bag.

Her description of village life made the scene easy to imagine.

The doctor prescribed a new medicine for the patient.

The law prescribes a clear duty for every driver.

The doctor wrote a prescription for antibiotics.

You cannot buy this medicine without a prescription.

Many students subscribe to the science magazine.

I cannot subscribe to the idea that grades are everything.

She scraped the mud off her shoes before entering the room.

The chair scraped loudly across the floor.

There was a long scrape on the side of the car.

The new skyscraper changed the city's skyline.

From the top of the skyscraper, the streets looked tiny.

A smile appeared on her face when she heard the news.

The singer appeared on stage at the end of the show.

Her article appeared in the school newspaper last week.

The story first appeared online before it was printed.

The answer appears simple, but it needs careful thought.

It appears that the meeting has been moved to Friday.

Do not judge people only by their appearance.

The actor's sudden appearance surprised the audience.

The road disappeared into the forest.

Some old customs disappear when life changes too quickly.

It soon became apparent that the road was blocked.

There is an apparent difference between the two reports, but the data is the same.

Apparently, the train has been delayed again.

She was apparently calm, but she was worried inside.

The bottle is transparent, so you can see the water inside.

A transparent process helps students understand how the decision was made.

The committee will discuss the plan on Friday.

A student committee organized the charity sale.

The team committed itself to finishing the project on time.

She commits two hours every evening to piano practice.

He committed a serious mistake by ignoring the warning.

The report says the man did not commit the crime.

Once you commit to a goal, small daily actions become important.

Some students find it hard to commit to a long reading plan.

Learning a language takes time and commitment.

Her commitment to volunteer work impressed her classmates.

Do you fancy a walk after dinner?

The dress was too fancy for an ordinary school day.

He took a fancy to the small cafe by the lake.

The novel mixes history with fantasy.

Winning without effort is only a fantasy.

The school concert was fantastic, and everyone wanted to stay longer.

She has a fantastic memory for names and dates.

Please move the desk closer to the window.

The story moved many readers to tears.

The company moved into online sales last year.

The move saved time and reduced the cost of the project.

The motor stopped working after the machine overheated.

Motor vehicles are not allowed on this narrow path.

The movie tells the story of a brave young teacher.

We watched a movie about space travel in science class.

The movement of the clouds showed that a storm was coming.

The civil rights movement changed many laws.

Workers removed the old signs from the street.

Please remove your shoes before you enter the room.

A good apology can remove some of the tension.

The new evidence removed all doubt about his story.

He rode his motorbike along the country road.

A motorbike is easier to park than a car.

The police officer followed the car on a motorcycle.

Wearing a helmet is important when riding a motorcycle.

Her voice was full of emotion when she thanked the class.

Teenagers sometimes find it hard to control strong emotions.

The boat was in motion when the storm began.

The guard motioned us to wait outside.

The detective tried to discover the thief's motive.

His main motive was to help his family.

The coach tried to motivate the players before the final game.

A clear goal can motivate students to keep practicing.

Clear goals can give students strong motivation.

Without motivation, it is hard to keep practising every day.

The campaign promotes healthy eating among teenagers.

Group work can promote better understanding between students.

She was promoted to manager after three years of hard work.

The young player was promoted to the first team.

The company used short videos to promote its new phone.

The poster promotes a concert for charity.

The store's summer promotion attracted many customers.

His promotion to team leader came after years of hard work.

The village is remote, so students there often study online.

There is only a remote chance that the old bridge will be repaired this year.

The hotel has automatic doors at the entrance.

He learned to drive an automatic because it was easier in heavy traffic.

The clinic is mobile, so it can visit small villages every week.

I left my mobile at home and could not call my parents.

Soft music helped the children relax before sleep.

Music can express feelings that words cannot describe.

She has a musical voice and learns songs quickly.

The school musical was performed by students from three grades.

The musician practised for hours before the concert.

A good musician listens carefully to other players.

The little story amused the children during the long trip.

He tried to amuse himself by drawing cartoons.

The children shouted with amusement during the game.

The amusement park was crowded during the holiday.

The museum displays ancient tools and paintings.

Our class visited the science museum last Tuesday.

The teacher gave each group a different task.

This book gives useful advice on time management.

Our class will give a short performance at the festival.

The speech gave us confidence to try again.

Neither side wanted to give in at first.

Good teamwork needs some give and take.

She forgave him for breaking the cup.

It is hard to forgive a lie when trust has been lost.

The book was a birthday gift from her brother.

He has a gift for explaining difficult ideas.

The gifted young pianist gave her first concert at the age of ten.

A gifted teacher can make a difficult subject feel clear.

The prisoner received a pardon after new evidence appeared.

The president pardoned the prisoner after new evidence appeared.

Pardon? Could you repeat the last sentence more slowly?

Many families donated clothes after the flood.

He decided to donate blood during the school campaign.

The school received a donation of books for the library.

A small donation can still make a real difference.

It is our duty to protect the environment.

The nurse stayed calm and did her duty during the emergency.

Two doctors are on duty tonight.

The guard was off duty when the alarm rang.

Travellers may have to pay duty on expensive goods.

The new import duty made the product more expensive.

The history report is due next Monday.

The rent is due at the beginning of each month.

The train is due to arrive at 7:30.

The baby is due in early September.

The match was cancelled due to heavy rain.

His success was due to hard work and patience.

Everyone can contribute ideas to the class project.

Poor sleep may contribute to health problems.

Her contribution helped the team finish the project on time.

Everyone's contribution was mentioned at the meeting.

Volunteers distributed food to people in the village.

The teacher distributed the test papers quickly.

The distribution of food began after the flood.

The map shows the distribution of forests in the area.

The volunteers served hot meals to the old people.

He served in the army for five years.

Dinner is served at seven in this hotel.

The waiter served hot soup to the guests.

This room can serve as a temporary classroom.

The story serves as a warning to careless drivers.

The rescue workers deserve our respect.

A person who works hard deserves a fair chance.

The restaurant is famous for its friendly service.

If you need help, I am at your service.

The village now has a regular bus service.

Good medical services are important for every community.

The lift is out of service today.

The old bus is still in service after ten years.

The servant opened the door for the guests.

In the old story, the servant was wiser than his master.

The park was created to conserve rare plants.

The museum works to conserve old paintings.

We should conserve water during the dry season.

The runners conserved their strength for the final lap.

Wildlife conservation is important for future generations.

The club started a conservation project to protect the river.

His grandparents hold conservative views about education.

A conservative argued that the town should change its rules slowly.

The law helps preserve the old town's character.

We should preserve local traditions while accepting new ideas.

Salt can preserve food for a longer time.

The letters were carefully preserved in a wooden box.

Please reserve some time for questions.

These seats are reserved for elderly passengers.

I reserved two seats for tomorrow's show.

You need to reserve a table before Friday evening.

The country keeps oil reserves for emergencies.

We saw many birds in the nature reserve.

I made a reservation at the restaurant for six o'clock.

She agreed to the plan, but with some reservations.

We had fruit and ice cream for dessert.

The dessert was sweet but not too heavy.

Scientists observed the birds for several weeks.

She observed a small change in his voice.

The writer observed that city life can be lonely.

He observed that the plan would need more money.

Drivers must observe the traffic rules near the school.

Many families still observe this old festival tradition.

The company rejected the unsafe design.

Her first application was rejected, but she tried again.

He felt rejected when nobody invited him to join the game.

Sometimes the body rejects a new organ after an operation.

The rejection of his idea did not stop him from trying again.

She learned to deal with rejection after several failed applications.

Our class started a project on local history.

The bridge project will take three years to complete.

The map was projected onto the classroom wall.

The machine projects a bright image onto the screen.

Experts project that the population will continue to grow.

A good speaker projects confidence even when nervous.

In the sentence 'Birds fly,' 'Birds' is the subject.

The subject and the verb must agree in number.

The subject of the speech was clean energy.

Let's change the subject before the argument gets worse.

Physics is my favourite subject this term.

Students can choose a subject that matches their interests.

Beauty is a subjective judgment, so people may disagree about it.

The report should be based on facts, not on subjective feelings.

In 'She reads books,' 'books' is the object.

Some verbs need an object to complete their meaning.

A bright object moved across the night sky.

Do not touch sharp objects in the lab.

The object of the game is to collect as many points as possible.

He came with the object of finding a summer job.

Several parents objected to the sudden change.

I object to being treated as if I were a child.

The main objective of the lesson is to improve reading speed.

A judge should make an objective decision based on facts.

The jet flew across the sky at high speed.

A jet of water shot out from the broken pipe.

The price of vegetables rose after the storm.

Freedom sometimes comes at a high price.

I appreciate your help with the report.

Land near the new subway station may appreciate over time.

The volunteers received a letter of appreciation.

Reading poetry can develop students' appreciation of language.

Clean water is precious in dry areas.

She kept the old photo because it held precious memories of her grandmother.

The first prize went to a student from our class.

She prizes honesty more than quick success.

The coach praised the team for their patience.

The article was full of praise for the young scientist.

The students worked together to finish the model.

Put the two ideas together before you write the answer.

Altogether, fifty students joined the activity.

The second plan is altogether different from the first one.

Dark clouds gathered over the mountains.

Students gathered around the notice board after class.

The students gathered information from three different websites.

Police are still gathering evidence about the accident.

Farmers gathered the apples before the storm arrived.

She gathered her books and left the classroom quietly.

The two keys looked identical, so I marked one with red tape.

Their answers were almost identical, word for word.

Can you identify the main idea of this paragraph?

The police identified the lost child from a photo.

The survey identified three common problems among students.

Doctors tried to identify the cause of the fever.

Many readers identify with the lonely boy in the story.

Teenagers may identify with songs about friendship and pressure.

You need identification to enter the building.

The identification of the problem was the first step toward a solution.

A passport proves a traveller's identity.

Language is an important part of cultural identity.

The trip gave us valuable experience of rural life.

Many teenagers experience stress before important exams.

An expert explained why the bridge was unsafe.

She became an expert in children's reading after years of study.

The shop sells mini cakes for children's parties.

He carried a mini notebook in his pocket.

A minibus took the students to the museum.

The village uses a minibus as its school bus.

The speech lasted only one minute.

Wait a minute while I check the address.

Five minus two equals three.

Put a minus before the number to show that it is below zero.

The temperature fell to minus ten degrees last night.

A minor mistake should not ruin the whole plan.

The accident caused only minor injuries.

She decided to minor in history at college.

He majored in biology and minored in chemistry.

He chose music as his minor.

The law protects minors from dangerous work.

Air pollution is a major problem in many cities.

This was a major decision for the whole family.

He plans to major in computer science.

My sister majored in English at university.

She is a history major.

Many students change their major after the first year.

Only a minority of students chose the harder task.

The report discusses the rights of minority groups.

The majority of the class supported the new rule.

A majority vote was needed to pass the proposal.

At a minimum, you should read the instructions first.

The temperature fell below the minimum needed for the plants.

The minimum age for this activity is twelve.

He finished the task with minimum help.

The hall can hold a maximum of five hundred people.

The temperature reached a maximum of 38 degrees.

The maximum speed on this road is 80 kilometres per hour.

Plan your time carefully for maximum effect.

The education minister visited the school.

The foreign minister answered questions from the press.

The minister spoke about kindness during the service.

Her grandfather worked as a minister in a small town.

The Ministry of Education announced a new policy.

She works for the ministry that protects the environment.

Nurses administered the medicine carefully.

The local office administers the scholarship program.

The school administration changed the timetable.

Good administration can make a large project run smoothly.

Press the red button to start the machine.

Open the door with one press of this switch.

Reporters pressed the minister for a clear answer.

My parents did not press me to choose a job too early.

The press reported the story the next morning.

The book was published by a university press.

She works well under pressure.

Do not pressure yourself to be perfect.

Bad news can depress the whole team.

The long silence depressed her more than the argument.

The long winter depressed local business.

Too much supply may depress the price of fruit.

It is not always easy to express your feelings.

The painting expresses a deep love of nature.

We took the express to Beijing.

The documents were sent by express.

Her facial expression showed that she was worried.

The expression 'break the ice' means to make people feel relaxed.

Her speech impressed everyone in the hall.

The teacher impressed the importance of safety on us.