When the car broke down on the highway, we found ourselves in a fix and didn't know what to do.

At the summer camp snack table, the counselor set out ants on a log alongside fruit and crackers.

After three days in the sun, the forgotten herring began to stink a dog off a gut wagon, and everyone hurried out of the kitchen.

When the fireworks started, my grandfather was standing there deaf as a doorknob and didn't notice a thing.

After months of training, Maria was fit as a flea and ready for the marathon.

After they started dating, he was all over someone like a rash, constantly smothering her with attention.

When he arrived at the meeting, he was clearly spoiling for a fight, glaring at anyone who disagreed.

In the debate, no one could hold a light to her knowledge, so she won easily.

Whenever his suggestions were dismissed, he would make a lip and retreat to his room.

The hostess, dressed up like a Christmas tree, greeted guests with a dazzling grin.