gavelled

"The auctioneer announced the starting price for the old bicycle, encouraging bidders to make their offers. "

"The bakery is selling bread to customers. "

"Stay on your side of the divide, please."

"He distributed the bread amongst his followers."

"A chair is furniture. Sofas are also furniture."

"The defendant posture in the argument was clearly defensive. "

"There are eight planets in the solar system."

"The courtroom was filled with people waiting for the hearing to begin. "

"The tailor will according the suit to fit you perfectly. "

"The old stone building had a series of grotesque antique figures, or gargoyles, guarding its roof. "

"After the argument, Sarah offered a confession about breaking the vase. "

"The balloon rose high in the sky.   The wall was high.   a high mountain"