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He set his sights on crossing the Pacific by balloon. It is no easy feat to perform such a difficult piece. In a decade and a half at the helm, O'Neil transformed the company's image. Most kids get teased a bit at school - they have to learn to take it in their stride. My leg was black and blue where the kid had kicked me. He went to great lengths to keep their name out of the papers. The show was an overnight success. He always had this burning ambition to start his own business. The plan to expand the company overseas met with complete failure. Our difficulties pale into insignificance when compared to the problems of the homeless. The team rose to the challenge and fought back to produce another goal. These price rises will have a knock-on effect on the economy. He is a doctor and expects his son to follow in his footsteps. She has refused to rule out the possibility of singing again. He's as pleased as punch about the baby. Harry was a bundle/bag of nerves the whole time his wife was in the hospital. Terry seems to be in rather low spirits today. When I heard she'd been released I felt on top of the world! I was so over the moon I walked all the way home with this huge smile on my face. They're bound to be on a high after such an incredible victory. Some actors never have butterflies in their stomach before going on stage. Fran faced a nerve-racking wait for her medical test results. Although he was a fair man, he ruled us with an iron grip. The new Republicanism is a world away from the old pragmatism of the two senators. My first port of call will be the post office. Current landfill sites are more than sufficient to handle all of the trash expected to be generated for the next several years. Something Lucy said began to sow seeds of doubt in his mind. This government department is pressed for both time and money. Try to set aside some time to look over the test before handing it in. The little time I had outside of school was taken up with work. You'll learn how to do it eventually -- it's only a matter of time. It may be useful at some time in the future. He's decided to give up racing and devote all his time to his farm in Ireland. Let's not waste any more time on this. I rang my boss and arranged to take some time off. The two boys get on like a house on fire; you hardly see one without the other. The long working hours put a severe strain on employees. She enjoys putting me down in front of other people. Dean thinks his teachers have it in for him; it’s the only explanation he gives for his poor marks. As time went by, their marriage turned sour. How can you turn your back on your own mother? And to make matters worse I took an instant dislike to the wife. Charles was an odd character whom Kelly had never really taken to. I've always looked up to Bill for his courage and determination. She looks down on anyone who is not as well off as she is. We went to bed, but Julie and Kate stayed up talking and playing cards. The baby slept peacefully through the night. Sometimes Mike has a hard time getting to sleep. He lay down and fell into a deep sleep. There's no obligation to do anything at all. Sleep on it, and tell me what you think in the morning. For years, Kevin has suffered from a bad back. It's a practice game - I wouldn't lose any sleep over it. Sarah had almost nodded off when Victor suddenly spoke. She had an ability to put people at their ease. Health reform was one of his goals that fell by the wayside. Jennifer knew what a difficult time I was having, and went out of her way to be friendly. Paying for your children to go to a private school is beyond the means of most people.

Nigel smiled and took the criticism in his stride. Tell them you've come out in a rash, or something. Lou set about decorating their new house in blues and yellows. Environmental experts said the move would set back further research. Try to set aside some time each day for exercise. Man's ability to reason sets him apart from other animals. If we set off early in the morning we should reach the coast before dark. The farmer threatened to set his dogs on us. Winter seems to be setting in early this year. One catches the virus and they pass it on to the rest. Stress can bring on an asthma attack. I slapped his face a couple of times to try to bring him round. Come on and sit down. You look absolutely worn out. Once the initial shock has worn off you'll realize that things aren't as bad as you first thought. I haven't got round to unpacking from my holiday yet. Is that the best excuse you can come up with? I think I'm coming down with a cold. The quality of Britain's overseas aid programme is second to none. We've got precious little in the budget for travel expenses. He spends an awful lot of time on the computer. There aren't any cookies left - Dan ate every single one. All too often doctors are too busy to explain the treatment to their patients. You can get to Edinburgh by train or plane, but either way it's very expensive. The universities have shown few if any signs of a willingness to change. I've done this a good few times now. We've only got one day in Paris, so we'd better make the most of it. These are issues that affect each and every one of us. I've done my bit - now it's up to you. Charles was an odd character whom Kelly had never really taken to. If she calls about this one more time I'm going to blow my top. When you are a grown-up, you don't throw a tantrum if something offends you, you discuss it. After spending the day on very exacting work, Tom let off steam by going for a long run. Richens was 17 when he flew into a rage and stabbed another teenager. When his paycheck bounced, John blew a fuse. Tell Mom what really happened before she blows a gasket. Jack just felt he had better things to do with his time than get worked up about stuff. After a short heated argument, the inspector agreed to pay the costs in cash from his local station funds. Though modest, Lucy admits she gets a buzz from seeing the characters she creates come to life on the screen. 96. Left to their own devices, few people understandably wish to take a holiday in the winter months, other than at Christmas. 97. It’s hard to imagine that the park is only a few minutes’ walk from the hustle and bustle of midtown Manhattan. 98. I was worried that they wouldn't like each other, but in fact they're getting on like a house on fire. 99. He gave free rein to his imagination. 100. The three women worked together on a stage play, and then each went off to do her own thing. 101. But Mansell has a mind of his own, and he was adamant he would make racing his career. 102. She risks life and limb every day in her job as an undercover investigator. 103. She was out of her depth in the advanced class, so they moved her to the intermediate class. 104. You have to hand in your notice at least four weeks before you leave. 105. We’ll have the place spick and span in no time. 106. Those who do take risks often reap the rewards. 107. If you don't start pulling your weight around here, you're fired. 108. The situation came to a head when the workers went out on strike. 109. Children pick up on our worries and anxieties. 110. They put me up in the spare room for a few days while I sorted things out. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. 77. 78. 79. 80. 81. 82. 83. 84. 85. 86. 87. 88. 89. 90. 91. 92. 93. 94. 95.