The dexterous chess player, notwithstanding his initial floundering, managed to be tied with his formidable opponent in the penultimate round of the tournament.

As profitable as they may be , there are limits.

The party was in full swing with music, dancing, and laughter.

I am to do my homework tonight.

I am after a promotion at work.

She is absorbed in reading a book.

She is bent on becoming a professional dancer.

She hopes to live to be a hundred.

It remains to be seen whether the new policy will be beneficial.