She hesitated before answering, as if she were unsure.

The city banned fireworks to reduce the risk of wildfires.

The device includes a backup option in case the main system fails.

He was promoted because of his consistent performance and reliability.

The teacher reminded the class to submit the homework by Friday.

The artist drew inspiration from nature, especially from the sea.

The company’s profits declined after demand dropped sharply.

She copied the key onto a flash drive to prevent data loss.

The judge postponed the hearing until additional evidence was available.

The manager delegated the task to someone with more expertise.

The medicine must be refrigerated to remain effective.

The company launched the product quietly, without any advertising campaign.

He apologized sincerely for the misunderstanding.

The storm caused widespread damage, but no one was injured.

She decided to double-check the address to avoid getting lost.