318577 We had a good many anxious moments, but everything turned out all right in the end. CM 283511 He came back not because he was homesick, but because he was running short of money. CK 1224264 Her car might be more pleasant to drive, but it also costs her more for maintenance. sacredceltic 329471 I'm told "idiot" is a bad word, but where I grew up it doesn't really feel that bad. fcbond 2955567 Tom and I are good friends now, but we didn't like each other the first time we met. CK 1398256 Tom and Mary have about 20 children, but they're not quite sure of the exact number. Spamster 270103 All men have some natural talent, but the question is whether they can use it or not. CK 270554 Happiness and success in life do not depend on our circumstances, but on our efforts. CK 663016 I know it's not true, but it definitely seems like the sun revolves around the Earth. darinmex 312347 She wished for a more relaxing life, but that was impossible under the circumstances. CK 246357 The antiques my father left when he died turned out to be nothing but worthless junk. CK 2784430 Tom and Mary both wanted to go to Boston, but neither of them could get the time off. sharptoothed 2956473 Tom didn't come right out and say so, but he implied that I wasn't telling the truth. CK 3150532 We don't have to have a lot money, but we have enough to buy what we absolutely need. CK 17261 Admittedly your plan makes sense, but I still think it will be very hard to carry out. Zifre 619058 I can go months without an alcoholic drink, but not even one hour without a cigarette. darinmex 1220712 I guess what I've said isn't all that clear, but that's the only way I can explain it. richwarm 3205288 I tried to tell Tom what needed to be done, but he didn't seem to be paying attention. CK 2773987 I was supposed to go to school yesterday, but I thought it was a holiday, so I didn't. CK 1088537 It's difficult choosing between what's right and what's wrong, but you have to choose. CK 3271706 Tom was from a humble background, but he became one of the richest men in the country. patgfisher 3170552 Tom wasn't wearing a wedding ring, but Mary noticed a white circle on his ring finger. CK 329265 At first we used to go separately, but one day we started going and returning together. fcbond 2457542 He can't tell a cherry tree from a plum tree, but he can name them in twelve languages. Ronin1134 1317043 He was making a speech, but he abruptly stopped speaking when he heard a strange noise. CK 667973 He who asks is a fool for five minutes, but he who does not ask remains a fool forever. CK 1101477 In Japan, we still sometimes see someone use an abacus, but not as often as we used to. CK 27763 It has been raining since the day before yesterday, but it may clear up this afternoon. CK 2967357 They say golf is like life, but don't believe them. Golf is more complicated than that. patgfisher 3057313 Tom was lanky and a bit uncoordinated as a child, but he was fairly good at basketball. patgfisher 2928014 I don't know exactly where I left my keys, but I think they're on the dining room table. CK 695171 I hope all but one of your dreams come true, so you always have something to strive for. darinmex 257935 I said all along that he was not a person to be trusted, but you would not listen to me. papabear 1605048 I used to think that only bears hibernate, but the teacher said that turtles do as well. sam_m 2889900 It hurt so much I could have screamed, but I gritted my teeth and bravely bore the pain. patgfisher 274355 On gift-giving occasions, people generally avoid giving money, but there are exceptions. CM 2966838 Tom broke his leg in a ski race in 2005, but was skiing again in less than three months. meerkat 1093859 Tom had always wanted to climb Mt. Fuji, but until now, had not found the time to do so. CK 2537033 Tom wanted to ask questions, but wasn't sure if he should do what he'd been asked to do. CK 954772 You may not be in the mood to hear this now, but I need to tell you something important. CK 2331642 I had an appointment at 2:30, but I was caught in traffic and couldn't get there in time. CK 2889786 I was supposed to do a course on how to avoid procrastination, but I kept putting it off. patgfisher 327816 It would be presumptuous to call myself his replacement, but I could offer some guidance. CM 328018 They seem a little past their peak, but even so we enjoyed the beautiful cherry blossoms. CM 3000819 Tom and Mary got married three years ago, but only stayed married for about three months. CK 3040058 Tom and Mary walked into the restaurant and looked around, but couldn't see a free table. patgfisher 3023522 Tom knew it was safer to walk on the sidewalk, but he walked down the center of the road. CK 1528238 Drinking lots of water is good for you, sure, but one can't drink that much water at once. marshmallowcat 269155 He promised to bring new industries to the region, but politicians rarely keep their word. CK 279895 I am staying with my uncle for the time being, but later I will move to a small apartment. CK