1) _____________________________________________

Diana is in her element when she’s in the classroom. She’s a natural teacher.

2) _____________________________________________

You can’t agree to buy or sell a house with just a handshake. The agreement has to be in black and white.

3) _____________________________________________

Julie arrived about 30 minutes late and the party was
already in full swing.

4) _____________________________________________

My parents said I’d better get home on time or I’ll be
in Dutch.

5) _____________________________________________

My car has only six seats but it can carry eight people
in a pinch.

6) _____________________________________________

The president isn’t a forceful woman, but if push comes to shove, she stands firm and lets her feelings be known.

7) _____________________________________________

Can I borrow $10 from you? I’m in a bind. The banks have closed and I need to stop at the supermarket on the way home.

8) _____________________________________________

I got in hot water with my parents because I failed mathematics.

9) _____________________________________________

We’re eager to find out what her plans are. Tell us in a nutshell: is she going or not?

10) _____________________________________________

I’m tired of this job. I do the same old thing day in
and day out. I’m in a rut.