The center of curvature for the lens must be precisely located to minimize spherical aberration.

She kept making fun of his old jacket until he walked away.

The students made fun of the new boy until the teacher intervened.

When the final exam results were posted, there were audible sighs of relief throughout the hall.

The committee voted in favor of the new policy despite some dissent.

The historic town became the seat of government after the revolution, attracting officials and diplomats from across the region.

Many critics dismissed the corporate restructuring as a flag of convenience, a tactic to reroute profits to lower-tax jurisdictions without altering the company's actual operations.

The customs officer verified the country of provenance before releasing the shipment.

Despite the doctors' efforts, the old poet would eventually go the way of all flesh.

When the quote was shared out of context, it sparked more anger than the speaker intended.