Liars try to deceive people by saying things that are not true.

The disease was worsening and would slowly damage the patient's body.

The participants of the survey received gift certificates to a nice restaurant.

There has been a lot of guessing regarding which candidate will win the election.

Every adult citizen of this city can vote in the upcoming civic election.

The message was difficult to unscramble because of the system that was used to write it.

The politician gave a very inflammatory speech regarding the need for governmental reforms.

Life in this small town had become quite mundane. People were looking for some excitement.

The boss gave a terse reply after being asked an inappropriate question at the staff meeting.