At the conference, I had a word with the keynote speaker about collaboration opportunities.

I had time to review the report before the meeting, so I was able to suggest a few improvements.

You had best finish your homework before going out with friends.

After months of working together, he admitted he had the hots for his coworker but didn't want to jeopardize their professional relationship.

If it had not been for Maya's quick thinking, the small fire in the kitchen would have spread to the whole house.

We had fun at the beach despite the cloudy weather.

When his teammates suggested falsifying the report, he had none of it and went straight to the supervisor.

After a long journey, she finally had a seat by the window and watched the countryside roll by.

Before the meeting, he had a bite to eat so he wouldn't be distracted.

Rumour had it that the old oak tree in the village square could grant wishes, so children left coins at its roots.