I occasionally go for a run in the morning.

Plans for a new trade zone are still on the drawing board.

It is important to think over what you will do, to pursue your studies economically, and effectively.

Should he know the fact, he would be astonished.

He is anything but a reliable man.

The company specializes in the manufacture of electronic devices.

What was the implication of his remark?

He presented an argument for the war.

Democracy encourages freedom.

I understand the instructions.

People communicate approval by nodding, by clapping their hands, by smiling or laughing.

You should reckon with his obstinate character.

They forecast it will be cloudy tomorrow.

She insisted on helping me.

I also think 'living hell' is putting it too strongly.

He couldn't convince her of her mistake.

There is a limit to how much you can eat.

I usually cut loose a bit and drink plenty before a day off work but if my drinks are cut with tochu tea then I get absolutely no hangover.

The telecommunications market is totally up for grabs.

When I reached the hall right away the person in charge unrelentingly said things like This painting is certain to increase in value in the future, and I went and signed the contract.

The war caused a lot of destruction.

Friendship is a precious bond that lasts a lifetime.

It goes against the grain with me.

Let's try and swim against the current.

This is my little sister Sakiko. She was born the same year as me and is now studying for her exams.

May I see your license?

The artist's latest sculpture, a fragmented stone face, is a powerful representative image of the city's struggle with gentrification.

My heart pounded at the future excitement.

I'm waiting at the bus stand.

The boy clasped the puppy to his chest.