After two failed attempts, she told herself that the third time is the charm and tried once more.

With two big wins already this month, it's clear someone's luck is in.

When the messenger arrived, I asked, 'what o'clock is it,' and he checked his pocket watch with a smile.

After the rival store went bankrupt, she moved in quickly, convinced that one man's loss is another man's gain.

Isackson arrived at the meeting with a confident smile.

Although city living can be noisy and crowded, there is something to be said for the convenience of having shops and public transport nearby.

She reminded him that a sorrow shared is a sorrow halved and suggested he talk to a friend.

Whenever the topic turns to deadlines, he is on someone's nuts, and people avoid him.

During the product review, our lead sighed and quoted the proverb, 'a camel is a horse made by committee,' to explain why the design felt bloated.

When the boss asked if the project was on track, I told him everything is everything.