1. After a long time we eventually succeeded 2. I've been thinking.. 3. His parents didn't approve 4. I wonder what prevented him 5. I'm getting hungry. I'm looking forward 6. I don't feet 7. Forgive me 8. The arrested man was suspected 9. Have you ever thought 10. I've always dreamed 11. The cold water didn't stop her 12. Have you ever been accused 13. She apologised 14. We have decided a flat. (find) for a new job. (look) him out so late. (stay) to the party.. (come) dinner. (have) today. (study) you but I must ask you a question. (interrupt) into a house. (break) married? (get) on a small island in the Pacific. (live) a swim. (have) a crime? (commit) so rude to me. (be) a new car. (buy)
- This means that after a lot of time and effort, we finally achieved our goal or accomplished what we set out to do. For example, if we were working on a difficult project, it took us a long time to finish it, but eventually, we succeeded.
2. I've been thinking..
- This means that I have been contemplating or considering something. It suggests that I have been reflecting on a particular topic or situation. For example, if someone says "I've been thinking about our upcoming vacation," it means that they have been pondering or planning for the vacation.
3. His parents didn't approve.
- This means that his parents did not agree with or support something. It suggests that they had a negative opinion or did not give their permission for a particular action or decision. For instance, if a boy wants to go to a party, but his parents do not think it is a good idea, they might say "His parents didn't approve of him going to the party."
4. I wonder what prevented him.
- This implies that I am curious about the reason or factor that stopped or hindered him from doing something. It suggests that I am interested in understanding the obstacles or barriers that prevented him from taking a certain action. For example, if a friend did not attend a concert, I might say "I wonder what prevented him from going to the concert."
5. I'm getting hungry. I'm looking forward to dinner.
- This indicates that I am starting to feel hungry and I am excited or anticipating having dinner. It implies that I am eagerly awaiting the meal or looking forward to the experience of eating. For instance, if someone says "I'm getting hungry. I'm looking forward to dinner," it means that they are beginning to feel hungry and are excited about the upcoming meal.
6. I don't feel well.
- This suggests that I am not feeling good or healthy. It implies that I am experiencing some kind of discomfort or illness. For example, if someone says "I don't feel well," it means that they are not feeling physically or emotionally well.
7. Forgive me.
- This is a phrase used when someone asks for forgiveness or pardon for something they have done wrong or hurtful. It implies that the person is acknowledging their mistake or seeking reconciliation. For instance, if someone accidentally bumps into another person, they might say "Forgive me" as a way of apologizing.
8. The arrested man was suspected of committing a crime.
- This means that the man who was arrested was believed or thought to have committed a crime. It suggests that there was suspicion or doubt surrounding his involvement in illegal activities. For example, if the police arrest a man for theft, we can say "The arrested man was suspected of committing a crime."
9. Have you ever thought about what you want to be when you grow up?
- This means that I am asking if you have ever considered or contemplated what you want to do as a profession in the future. It suggests that I am curious about your aspirations or future plans. For instance, if an adult asks a child "Have you ever thought about what you want to be when you grow up?" they are interested in the child's career goals.
10. I've always dreamed of traveling the world.
- This means that I have always had a dream or desire to explore different parts of the world. It suggests that traveling is something I have imagined or fantasized about for a long time. For example, if someone says "I've always dreamed of traveling the world," it means that they have a strong desire to visit various countries.
11. The cold water didn't stop her from swimming.
- This implies that despite the water being cold, she continued to swim or did not let it deter her. It suggests that she persevered or overcame the discomfort caused by the cold water. For instance, if a girl jumps into a cold lake and continues swimming, we can say "The cold water didn't stop her from swimming."
12. Have you ever been accused of something you didn't do?
- This means that I am asking if you have ever been blamed or held responsible for something that you did not actually do. It suggests that I am curious about your experiences with false accusations. For example, if someone asks "Have you ever been accused of something you didn't do?" they are interested in knowing if you have been wrongly blamed before.
13. She apologized for her mistake.
- This means that she expressed regret or said sorry for an error or wrongdoing. It suggests that she acknowledged her fault and wanted to make amends. For example, if someone apologizes for forgetting to return a borrowed book, we can say "She apologized for her mistake."
14. We have decided to look for a new job.
- This means that we have made a choice or reached a decision to search for a different job. It suggests that we have evaluated our current employment situation and concluded that it is necessary or beneficial to find new employment. For instance, if a group of colleagues decides to leave their current company and search for better opportunities, we can say "We have decided to look for a new job."