Though Amy and I are both technically store clerks, Amy is always trying to tell me what to do because of her imperious nature.

Ms. Rodriguez was shocked that her son was brazen enough to walk in the house with muddy shoes after she had just mopped the floor.

Our coach admonished the two players who were late for practice but praised the rest of their team for their punctuality.

The heated dissension among the group members affected the ability to work well together.

I didn't heed the yellow "Wet Floor" sign in the hallway and that's why I slipped.

Because being a teacher didn’t provide enough income to pay the bills, Mr. Billings decided to go into a more lucrative profession.

The timid kitten cautiously approached the unfamiliar surroundings, its wide eyes filled with apprehension.

The belligerent customer shouted angrily at the cashier, creating a tense atmosphere in the store.

The mischievous employee attempted to pilfer office supplies, which was against the company's ethics.