He attended the meeting in spite of illness.

She picked up one of the glass vases.

A satellite was launched into orbit to monitor melting glaciers.

You must get the job done before the deadline.

Mrs. Baker had her purse stolen.

I am utterly unsure of myself.

It didn't work as a cushion at all.

Was it gambling that brought about his bankruptcy?

Someday I'll run like the wind.

His acquaintance runs a grocery in the country.