At the grand opening, everybody who is anyone wanted to make an appearance.

At the gala, everyone who is anybody wanted to be photographed on the red carpet.

At the film festival, anybody who is anyone showed up to support the new director.

When I'm tempted to regret what I did, I say 'yesterday is gone' to remind myself that the past cannot be changed.

At the community cleanup, there is strength in numbers, and the work gets done much faster when everyone helps.

Before we finalize the merger, remember that the toothpaste is out of the tube — once it's public, we can't take it back.

When I felt stuck at work, my colleague reminded me that a change is as good as a rest, so I spent the afternoon on a different project.

Despite what others said, she insisted that all of one's taste is in one's mouth and refused to be swayed by fancy plating.

When budgeting for the trip, I reminded myself that a buck is a buck is a buck, so I couldn't afford any extras.

She is able to finish the report before the meeting.