The researchers conducted an areal survey to assess the distribution of plant species across the region.

The new regulation created a grey area between personal and corporate liability, leaving lawyers to argue the boundaries.

With automation replacing many manual roles, it became clear that one's days are numbered in that profession.

Around here, one's lips are sealed about personal matters.

He invested in every scam he saw because a fool and his money are soon parted.

At the international conference, I asked her, 'where are you from', and she smiled before answering.

When meeting new neighbors, he hesitated before asking 'how old are you' to avoid sounding rude.

Every time something goes wrong, my friend shakes his head and teases, 'how old are you', as if I'm the only one who causes trouble.

The umpire warned the bowler for running across the protected area during his follow-through.

We were just talking about you a minute ago—are your ears burning?