Last night I began to nod off in front of the TV.

The thermometer registered minus ten last night.

Writers draw on their imagination.

Gold prices are skyrocketing in the wake of financial instability.

He exploited his position to build up his fortune.

The wages of sin is death.

The court decreed that she should pay the fine.

The judge decided against the plaintiff.

The judge concluded that the prisoner was guilty.

Discretion is proper to judges.