Using certain body language is illicit in some countries, but allowed in others.

Janice thought the man was friendly, but Casey thought he was malicious.

Becky had an innate ability to play the piano. She had never taken a lesson, yet she was able to play the most complicated songs.

The speaker's comments were detrimental to Carl's reputation. Following the remarks, the speaker agreed to a public apology, which included valuable comments about Carl.

The cop knocked the derringer, or gun, away from the bad guy.

I know that Jeff is smart, so I was confused when he did such a vacuous thing as to jump off the roof of our house.

The man was sent to the penitentiary for stealing cars.

Jill's capricious behavior shows up when she speaks out of turn.

I watched as the eagle swooped down and grabbed his prey with his talons.