The old wiring, blocked exits, and leaking gas lines were disasters waiting to happen during the festival.

To keep the negotiations moving, the company agreed to toss a bone to the union in the form of a modest raise.

They were sending to Coventry anyone who disagreed with the new policy, leaving dissenters isolated.

After hours of debate, they ended up agreeing to disagree and moved on to other topics.

While the sun shone, Maria was hanging out to dry the towels she had washed that morning.

The captain announced that the ship would set sail to-night, despite the gathering storm.

Citing the CEO's reputation instead of presenting data was an appeal to authority that distracted from the weak evidence.

Everyone knows that eventually we all turn to dust.

When negotiating, it's best to keep close to one's vest, sharing only what is absolutely necessary.

The village's old to-draw attracted visitors seeking fresh air and quiet.