The incessant ticking and chiming echoed off the weathered walls of the clock repair shop.

Pauline is late for work; the boss wants to talk to her.

You should take your car in for a service because it's starting to make weird noises.

The dog ran off when I chased him, but I didn't care.

The man was mean because he was lonely, but his attitude only made his situation worse.

Sarah and Ira drove to the store.

After the tornado hit, there was very little left standing.

The other school's swim team is very fast, so we have to practice more.

Erin loves her brother, and he loves her too because she pays his bills.