Unit 138

The children shouted with excitement when their grandparents arrived.

There was excitement in the office when the team won the contract.

She could hardly hide her excitement about the school trip.

The excitement of finding a good deal made him tell his friends.

A little excitement can make a long journey feel shorter.

She sighed with relief when the doctor said her test results were normal.

He sighed as he looked at the long list of chores waiting at home.

I let out a sigh when the train finally arrived after an hour’s delay.

The teacher sighed when two students began talking during the quiet test.

Dad gave a deep sigh after tasting the soup and reaching for more salt.

She announced her pregnancy to her family over dinner.

Her doctor gave her advice about exercise during pregnancy.

They were excited about the pregnancy and began preparing the baby’s room.

The medicine is not safe to take during pregnancy.

She returned to work after her pregnancy leave ended.

The hospital is testing an experimental treatment for patients with severe allergies.

She joined an experimental cooking class that mixed unusual ingredients and cooking methods.

Our teacher tried an experimental lesson where students learned through small group games.

The company built an experimental electric bike and asked workers to ride it.

They stayed at an experimental hotel where guests slept in small wooden pods.

The hospital changed its institutional rules after several patients complained about long waits.

She felt lost in the institutional culture of her new company.

The school provides institutional support for students who need extra help.

Institutional investors often buy shares in large companies for their clients.

The old building has an institutional feel, with bare walls and rows of chairs.

Could you cut me a slice of bread while I make the soup?

She ordered a slice of chocolate cake after lunch with her friends.

He sliced the tomatoes carefully and added them to the salad.

We bought several slices of cheese at the market for our picnic.

The nurse made a small slice in the bandage to check his wound.

We wandered through the old town after lunch and found a quiet café.

The children wandered around the garden while their parents prepared dinner.

My mind wandered during the long meeting, and I missed the question.

A dog wandered into our kitchen and sniffed the food on the table.

After the station, we wandered along the river until we found our hotel.

The Roman Empire controlled much of Europe and North Africa for centuries.

The empire grew quickly after the king won several important battles.

The museum has a room about the ancient empire and its daily life.

Her family built a small business empire from a single neighborhood shop.

The empire fell after years of war, poor leadership, and food shortages.

She finished her homework and subsequently watched television with her family.

The company subsequently apologized for the mistake and offered customers full refunds.

He missed the train and subsequently arrived at work thirty minutes late.

The doctor found an infection, which was subsequently treated with antibiotics.

They bought fresh bread and subsequently stopped at a café for coffee.

Please be gentle with the baby; she has just fallen asleep.

The nurse used a gentle touch while cleaning the small cut.

We took a gentle walk along the river after lunch.

She gave the car a gentle push, and it rolled away from the gate.

A gentle breeze moved the curtains while we ate breakfast.

School attendance has improved since the new bus route started.

The manager checks attendance before the morning meeting begins.

Her attendance at the weekly class has been excellent this year.

The concert had an attendance of nearly five thousand people.

Poor attendance at the clinic delayed several patients’ appointments.

The family took ownership of the small house last month.

The store requires proof of ownership before returning a lost bicycle.

She shared ownership of the bakery with her sister.

The car changed ownership after they signed the sale papers.

Taking ownership of your mistakes can help you rebuild trust with friends.

The job requires a teaching qualification and two years of experience.

She gained a nursing qualification after three years at college.

Do you have the qualifications to lead the hiking group this weekend?

His lack of formal qualifications did not stop him from becoming a skilled cook.

The course is open to everyone, with no special qualifications needed.

The school suspended classes until the heating system was repaired.

The airline suspended flights after heavy snow covered the runway.

Maya was suspended from the team after missing several important practices.

The shop suspended its delivery service while staff moved to a new location.

He suspended the lamp from a hook above the kitchen table.

The old kitchen is small but still completely functional.

We need a functional desk with enough space for two monitors.

The designer chose functional furniture for the small apartment.

The hospital gave him a functional walking aid after surgery.

Her dress is both stylish and functional for traveling.

She does voluntary work at the animal shelter every Saturday morning.

The school asked for voluntary helpers to serve lunch to younger students.

He made a voluntary payment toward the loan after getting his bonus.

The doctor said her recovery was voluntary, so she could leave whenever she wished.

After the trip, the passengers gave voluntary donations to the local food bank.

She looked pale after the long flight, so I brought her some water.

The doctor said his pale skin might be a sign of anemia.

We painted the bedroom a pale blue to make it feel calm.

He chose a pale pink shirt for the family wedding.

The evening sun made pale shadows across the kitchen floor.

I spilled coffee on my shirt, and now there is a dark stain.

She used cold water to remove the grass stain from his jeans.

The tomato sauce stained the tablecloth during dinner last night.

There was a small blood stain on the bandage after I cut my finger.

Years of smoke had stained the kitchen walls yellow.

The athlete trains every morning before work.

She became a professional athlete after years of hard work.

The young athlete won a medal at the school competition.

Doctors advised the injured athlete to rest for two weeks.

Every athlete needs a balanced diet and enough sleep.

I buy organic apples because they are grown without artificial pesticides.

We chose organic milk from a local farm for the children.

She grows organic vegetables in a small garden behind her house.

The team developed an organic plan that changed as new ideas came up.

Their friendship grew in an organic way as they worked together each week.