•Their actions showed that they were firm in their rejection of the new law

•Constructive criticism is neither appreciated nor encouraged by some of our peers

•They always displayed a lackadaisical approach to their studies so no one was surprised at the results

•As a result of the available evidence, the accused was apprehended and no further action was taken

•She paid meticulous attention to her work as she attached the heads to the costume

The manager decided to inform the staff about all complaints received from customers

They lived in a large, sprawling, dilapidated house

After the story was published in the newspaper his colleagues ostracised him.

The firm was forced to retrench some workers in order to continue operating.