sadly

"John and I have been friends ever since we were roommates at college.   Trust is important between friends.   I used to find it hard to make friends when I was shy."

"Please completely fill in the box for your answer, using a number 2 pencil."

"She is getting her daughter a puppy for her birthday. "

"It is my desire to speak with you."

"Living things need water to survive."

"We are going hiking in the mountains this weekend for fun and exercise. "

"Unfortunately, the heavy rain prevented the soccer game from taking place. "

"The upcoming school holiday is a welcome break for the students. "

"My sister learned to write in a very careful manner. "

"the funeral of our dearly beloved sister"

"My sister mistakenly thought the math problem was easy, but she struggled with it afterward. "

"Funds are urgently required if this work is to be completed as planned."