Words in Context #3

Nutritious foods, such as fruits and vegetables, help our bodies grow.

Since athletes must stay in great shape, they seldom eat junk food.

The judge questioned the witness, but he sat silent and declined to answer.

It rained on Grandpa's fishing trip, so he had to alter his plans.

Tammy murmured something under her breath after her parents sent her to her room.

The lanky dog was not fat, even though he ate a lot.

Some people feel perplexed by brain teasers, while others figure them out quickly.

The bird was perched up on a branch looking down at the people below.

The smooth dancer moved with elegance across the stage.

Sam was so hungry that he didn't leave a single particle of muffin on the plate.

Kim didn't like her new haircut until several people made remarks on how nice it looked.

The rays from the rising sun shone splendidly through our window.

Tracy held the delicate flower gently so the stem wouldn't break.

The sun made the lake water shimmer.

Tim went to the museum every weekend because he was so fascinated by art.