Unit 130

The hikers found shelter from the heavy rain under a large rock.

The family opened their home as a shelter for a homeless neighbor.

The animal shelter needs volunteers to care for abandoned dogs and cats.

We sheltered under a café roof while waiting for the bus.

The trees sheltered us from the cold wind during our picnic.

The repair took a mere ten minutes and cost almost nothing.

She won the competition by a mere two points.

For mere convenience, he ordered dinner online after work.

The mere thought of flying makes him feel nervous.

It was a mere misunderstanding, so the two friends quickly apologized.

Burning coal releases carbon dioxide, which contributes to climate change.

We are reducing our carbon footprint by walking and using less electricity.

The doctor warned that carbon monoxide from the heater could be dangerous.

Scientists use carbon dating to estimate the age of ancient bones.

This water filter contains activated carbon to remove unpleasant tastes and smells.

The government regulates banks to protect people’s money.

This thermostat regulates the temperature in our apartment automatically.

Traffic lights help regulate traffic during the busy morning rush.

Deep breathing can help regulate your heart rate after exercise.

New rules regulate how much food shops may throw away.

I put some cheese on my toast before leaving for work.

We ordered a cheese pizza and two salads for dinner.

Could you grate the cheese while I prepare the pasta?

She bought a small piece of cheese at the market for lunch.

The doctor advised him to eat less cheese because of his high cholesterol.

Loud noises can trigger headaches for some people.

The smell of fresh bread triggered memories of his childhood home.

The alarm was triggered when someone opened the back door.

The teacher's question triggered an interesting discussion among the students.

Pulling the trigger made the toy gun produce a loud popping sound.

Water was leaking from a broken pipe under the kitchen sink.

The plumber replaced the old pipes before winter arrived.

Smoke rose from the pipe of the factory across the river.

He packed a small pipe in his suitcase for the camping trip.

The workers are piping hot water through the new system.

The storm caused serious destruction across the coastal town.

Firefighters worked all night to prevent the destruction of nearby homes.

The war left a trail of destruction through several villages.

The company paid for the destruction of the old office building.

Too much heat can cause the destruction of important vitamins in food.

She plays the guitar every evening after finishing her homework.

He bought a new guitar from the music shop downtown.

Our teacher asked me to bring my guitar to school tomorrow.

We sang songs and played guitar around the campfire last night.

My brother is learning to play the guitar with online lessons.

The flag was flying above the school entrance during the ceremony.

The tour guide raised a flag so the group could find her.

Please flag any problems in the report before the meeting tomorrow.

The hotel put a small flag on our table when dinner was ready.

The warning light flagged a possible problem with the car engine.

My sister practices the piano every evening after she finishes her homework.

There is a beautiful piano in the corner of our hotel lobby.

The music teacher asked Tom to play the piano for the class.

We bought a second-hand piano from a family moving to another city.

She played the piano softly while her baby slept upstairs.

The magician performed a magic trick at my daughter's birthday party.

A little magic can make an ordinary evening feel special.

The chef added some magic to the meal with fresh herbs and spices.

This cleaning spray works like magic on dirty kitchen surfaces.

The teacher used magic to make the science lesson exciting.

The police are trying to solve the mystery of the missing painting.

There was a mystery package waiting for me outside my front door.

The teacher gave us a history mystery to discuss in small groups.

We watched a mystery movie during our train journey through the mountains.

The doctor solved the mystery of my stomach pain after several tests.

We rented skis and helmets before going up the mountain.

My brother learned to ski during his winter holiday in Canada.

She skis every weekend when the weather is cold and sunny.

The school organized a ski trip for students during the winter break.

After skiing all day, we ate hot soup in the mountain café.

She whispered my name so nobody else could hear.

Please whisper; the baby is sleeping in the next room.

I heard a whisper behind me while waiting for the train.

The students whispered to each other during the difficult test.

He whispered a prayer before eating his dinner.

Please sit in the rear of the bus because the front seats are full.

The restaurant has a quiet garden at the rear of the building.

She was raised by grandparents who reared three children on their farm.

The farmer is rearing chickens for fresh eggs and meat.

The rear tire of my bicycle went flat during the ride home.

We looked at the menu before choosing our meals.

The restaurant has a separate menu for children.

Could I see the dessert menu, please?

Our hotel offers a breakfast menu from seven until ten.

The school cafeteria changes its menu every Friday.

Many species of birds live in this forest throughout the year.

Scientists discovered a new species of frog near the mountain lake.

Some species are becoming rare because their natural homes are disappearing.

This aquarium has more than fifty species of fish from around the world.

Dogs and wolves belong to different species, although they look similar.

The moon looked bright above the houses as we walked home after dinner.

We watched the moon rise over the sea from our hotel balcony.

The children drew a moon and stars for their science project at school.

My brother is over the moon because he got the job he wanted.

After the busy week, we just want to moon around at home on Saturday.

Presumably, the train is late because of the heavy snow.

She left her umbrella at home, presumably because the sky looked clear.

The shop is closed today, presumably for a staff meeting.

He has a key, so presumably he lives in the building.

The doctor said the pain was presumably caused by a pulled muscle.