| The birch canoe slid on the smooth planks. | |
| Glue the sheet to the dark blue background. | |
| It's easy to tell the depth of a well. | |
| These days a chicken leg is a rare dish. | |
| Rice is often served in round bowls. | |
| The juice of lemons makes fine punch. | |
| The box was thrown beside the parked truck. | |
| The hogs were fed chopped corn and garbage. | |
| Four hours of steady work faced us. | |
| A large size in stockings is hard to sell. | |
| The boy was there when the sun rose. | |
| A rod is used to catch pink salmon. | |
| The source of the huge river is the clear spring. | |
| Kick the ball straight and follow through. | |
| Help the woman get back to her feet. | |
| A pot of tea helps to pass the evening. | |
| Smoky fires lack flame and heat. | |
| The soft cushion broke the man's fall. | |
| The salt breeze came across from the sea. | |
| The girl at the booth sold fifty bonds. | |
| The small pup gnawed a hole in the sock. | |
| The fish twisted and turned on the bent hook. | |
| Press the pants and sew a button on the vest. | |
| The swan dive was far short of perfect. | |
| The beauty of the view stunned the young boy. | |
| Two blue fish swam in the tank. | |
| The colt reared and threw the tall rider. | |
| It snowed, rained, and hailed the same morning. | |
| Read verse out loud for pleasure. | |
| Hoist the load to your left shoulder. | |
| Take the winding path to reach the lake. | |
| Note closely the size of the gas tank. | |
| Mend the coat before you go out. | |
| The wrist was badly strained and hung limp. | |
| The stray cat gave birth to kittens. | |
| The young girl gave no clear response. | |
| The meal was cooked before the bell rang. | |
| What joy there is in living. | |
| A king ruled the state in the early days. | |
| The ship was torn apart on the sharp reef. | |
| Sickness kept him home the third week. | |
| The wide road shimmered in the hot sun. | |
| The lazy cow lay in the cool grass. | |
| Lift the square stone over the fence. | |
| The rope will bind the seven books at once. | |
| Hop over the fence and plunge in. | |
| The friendly gang left the drug store. | |
| Mesh wire keeps chicks inside. | |
| The frosty air passed through the coat. | |
| The crooked maze failed to fool the mouse. | |
| Adding fast leads to wrong sums. | |
| The show was a flop from the very start. | |
| A saw is a tool used for making boards. | |
| The wagon moved on well oiled wheels. | |
| March the soldiers past the next hill. | |
| A cup of sugar makes sweet fudge. | |
| Place a rosebush near the porch steps. | |
| Both lost their lives in the raging storm. | |
| We talked of the side show in the circus. | |
| Use a pencil to write the first draft. | |
| He ran half way to the hardware store. | |
| The clock struck to mark the third period. | |
| A small creek cut across the field. | |
| Cars and busses stalled in snow drifts. | |
| The set of china hit the floor with a crash. | |
| This is a grand season for hikes on the road. | |
| The dune rose from the edge of the water. | |
| Those words were the cue for the actor to leave. | |
| A yacht slid around the point into the bay. | |
| The two met while playing on the sand. | |
| The ink stain dried on the finished page. | |
| The walled town was seized without a fight. | |
| The lease ran out in sixteen weeks. | |
| A tame squirrel makes a nice pet. | |
| The horn of the car woke the sleeping cop. | |
| The heart beat strongly and with firm strokes. | |
| The pearl was worn in a thin silver ring. | |
| The fruit peel was cut in thick slices. | |
| The Navy attacked the big task force. | |
| See the cat glaring at the scared mouse. | |
| There are more than two factors here. | |
| The hat brim was wide and too droopy. | |
| The lawyer tried to lose his case. | |
| The grass curled around the fence post. | |
| Cut the pie into large parts. | |
| Men strive but seldom get rich. | |
| Always close the barn door tight. | |
| He lay prone and hardly moved a limb. | |
| The slush lay deep along the street. | |
| A wisp of cloud hung in the blue air. | |
| A pound of sugar costs more than eggs. | |
| The fin was sharp and cut the clear water. | |
| Bail the boat to stop it from sinking. | |
| The term ended in late June that year. | |
| A tusk is used to make costly gifts. | |
| Ten pins were set in order. | |
| The bill was paid every third week. | |
| Oak is strong and also gives shade. | |
| Cats and dogs each hate the other. | |
| The pipe began to rust while new. | |
| Open the crate but don't break the glass. | |
| Add the sum to the product of these three. | |
| The ripe taste of cheese improves with age. | |
| Act on these orders with great speed. | |
| The hog crawled under the high fence. | |
| Move the vat over the hot fire. | |
| The bark of the pine tree was shiny and dark. | |
| Leaves turn brown and yellow in the fall. | |
| The pennant waved when the wind blew. | |
| Split the log with a quick, sharp blow. | |
| Burn peat after the logs give out. | |
| He ordered peach pie with ice cream. | |
| Weave the carpet on the right hand side. | |
| Hemp is a weed found in parts of the tropics. | |
| A lame back kept his score low. | |
| We find joy in the simplest things. | |
| Type out three lists of orders. | |
| The harder he tried the less he got done. | |
| The boss ran the show with a watchful eye. | |
| The cup cracked and spilled its contents. | |
| Paste can cleanse the most dirty brass. | |
| The slang word for raw whiskey is booze. | |
| It caught its hind paw in a rusty trap. | |
| The wharf could be seen at the farther shore. | |
| Feel the heat of the weak dying flame. | |
| The tiny girl took off her hat. | |
| A cramp is no small danger on a swim. | |
| He said the same phrase thirty times. | |
| Pluck the bright rose without leaves. | |
| Two plus seven is less than ten. | |
| The glow deepened in the eyes of the sweet girl. | |
| Bring your problems to the wise chief. | |
| Write a fond note to the friend you cherish. | |
| Clothes and lodging are free to new men. | |
| We frown when events take a bad turn. | |
| Port is a strong wine with a smoky taste. | |
| The young kid jumped the rusty gate. | |
| Guess the results from the first scores. | |
| A salt pickle tastes fine with ham. | |
| The just claim got the right verdict. | |
| These thistles bend in a high wind. | |
| Pure bred poodles have curls. | |
| The tree top waved in a graceful way. | |
| The spot on the blotter was made by green ink. | |
| Mud was spattered on the front of his white shirt. | |
| The cigar burned a hole in the desk top. | |
| The empty flask stood on the tin tray. | |
| A speedy man can beat this track mark. | |
| He broke a new shoelace that day. | |
| The coffee stand is too high for the couch. | |
| The urge to write short stories is rare. | |
| The pencils have all been used. | |
| The pirates seized the crew of the lost ship. | |
| We tried to replace the coin but failed. | |
| She sewed the torn coat quite neatly. | |
| The sofa cushion is red and of light weight. | |
| The jacket hung on the back of the wide chair. | |
| At that high level the air is pure. | |
| Drop the two when you add the figures. | |
| A filing case is now hard to buy. | |
| An abrupt start does not win the prize. | |
| Wood is best for making toys and blocks. | |
| The office paint was a dull, sad tan. | |
| He knew the skill of the great young actress. | |
| A rag will soak up spilled water. | |
| A shower of dirt fell from the hot pipes. | |
| Steam hissed from the broken valve. | |
| The child almost hurt the small dog. | |
| There was a sound of dry leaves outside. | |
| The sky that morning was clear and bright blue. | |
| Torn scraps littered the stone floor. | |
| Sunday is the best part of the week. | |
| The doctor cured him with these pills. | |
| The new girl was fired today at noon. | |
| Add the store's account to the last cent. | |
| Acid burns holes in wool cloth. | |
| Fairy tales should be fun to write. | |
| Eight miles of woodland burned to waste. | |
| The third act was dull and tired the players. | |
| A young child should not suffer fright. | |
| Add the column and put the sum here. | |
| We admire and love a good cook. | |
| There the flood mark is ten inches. | |
| He carved a head from the round block of marble. | |
| She has a smart way of wearing clothes. | |
| The fruit of a fig tree is apple-shaped. | |
| Corn cobs can be used to kindle a fire. | |
| Where were they when the noise started. | |
| The paper box is full of thumb tacks. | |
| Sell your gift to a buyer at a good gain. | |
| The tongs lay beside the ice pail. | |
| The petals fall with the next puff of wind. | |
| Bring your best compass to the third class. | |
| They could laugh although they were sad. | |
| Farmers came in to thresh the oat crop. | |
| The brown house was on fire to the attic. | |
| The lure is used to catch trout and flounder. | |
| Float the soap on top of the bath water. | |
| A blue crane is a tall wading bird. | |
| A fresh start will work such wonders. | |
| The club rented the rink for the fifth night. | |
| After the dance, they went straight home. | |
| The hostess taught the new maid to serve. | |
| He wrote his last novel there at the inn. | |
| Even the worst will beat his low score. | |
| The cement had dried when he moved it. | |
| The loss of the second ship was hard to take. | |
| The fly made its way along the wall. | |
| Do that with a wooden stick. | |
| Live wires should be kept covered. | |
| The large house had hot water taps. | |
| It is hard to erase blue or red ink. | |
| Write at once or you may forget it. | |
| The doorknob was made of bright clean brass. | |
| The wreck occurred by the bank on Main Street. | |
| A pencil with black lead writes best. | |
| Coax a young calf to drink from a bucket. | |
| Schools for ladies teach charm and grace. | |
| The lamp shone with a steady green flame. | |
| They took the axe and the saw to the forest. | |
| The ancient coin was quite dull and worn. | |
| The shaky barn fell with a loud crash. | |
| Jazz and swing fans like fast music. | |
| Slash the gold cloth into fine ribbons. | |
| Try to have the court decide the case. | |
| They are pushed back each time they attack. | |
| He broke his ties with groups of former friends. | |
| They floated on the raft to sun their white backs. | |
| The map had an X that meant nothing. | |
| Whitings are small fish caught in nets. | |
| Some ads serve to cheat buyers. | |
| Jerk the rope and the bell rings weakly. | |
| A waxed floor makes us lose balance. | |
| Madam, this is the best brand of corn. | |
| On the islands the sea breeze is soft and mild. | |
| The play began as soon as we sat down. | |
| This will lead the world to more sound and fury. | |
| Add salt before you fry the egg. | |
| The rush for funds reached its peak Tuesday. | |
| The birch looked stark white and lonesome. | |
| The box is held by a bright red snapper. | |
| To make pure ice, you freeze water. | |
| The first worm gets snapped early. | |
| Jump the fence and hurry up the bank. | |
| Yell and clap as the curtain slides back. | |
| They are men who walk the middle of the road. | |
| Both brothers wear the same size. | |
| In some form or other we need fun. | |
| The prince ordered his head chopped off. | |
| The houses are built of red clay bricks. | |
| Ducks fly north but lack a compass. | |
| Fruit flavors are used in fizz drinks. | |
| These pills do less good than others. | |
| Canned pears lack full flavor. | |
| The dark pot hung in the front closet. | |
| Carry the pail to the wall and spill it there. | |
| The train brought our hero to the big town. | |
| We are sure that one war is enough. | |
| Gray paint stretched for miles around. | |
| The rude laugh filled the empty room. | |
| High seats are best for football fans. | |
| Tea served from the brown jug is tasty. | |
| A dash of pepper spoils beef stew. | |
| A zestful food is the hot-cross bun. | |
| The horse trotted around the field at a brisk pace. | |
| Find the twin who stole the pearl necklace. | |
| Cut the cord that binds the box tightly. | |
| The red tape bound the smuggled food. | |
| Look in the corner to find the tan shirt. | |
| The cold drizzle will halt the bond drive. | |
| Nine men were hired to dig the ruins. | |
| The junk yard had a mouldy smell. | |
| The flint sputtered and lit a pine torch. | |
| Soak the cloth and drown the sharp odor. | |
| The shelves were bare of both jam or crackers. | |
| A joy to every child is the swan boat. | |
| All sat frozen and watched the screen. | |
| A cloud of dust stung his tender eyes. | |
| To reach the end he needs much courage. | |
| Shape the clay gently into block form. | |
| A ridge on a smooth surface is a bump or flaw. | |
| Hedge apples may stain your hands green. | |
| Quench your thirst, then eat the crackers. | |
| Tight curls get limp on rainy days. | |
| The mute muffled the high tones of the horn. | |
| The gold ring fits only a pierced ear. | |
| The old pan was covered with hard fudge. | |
| Watch the log float in the wide river. | |
| The node on the stalk of wheat grew daily. | |
| The heap of fallen leaves was set on fire. | |
| Write fast if you want to finish early. | |
| His shirt was clean but one button was gone. | |
| The barrel of beer was a brew of malt and hops. | |
| Tin cans are absent from store shelves. | |
| Slide the box into that empty space. | |
| The plant grew large and green in the window. | |
| The beam dropped down on the workmen's head. | |
| Pink clouds floated with the breeze. | |
| She danced like a swan, tall and graceful. | |
| The tube was blown and the tire flat and useless. | |
| It is late morning on the old wall clock. | |
| Let's all join as we sing the last chorus. | |
| The last switch cannot be turned off. | |
| The fight will end in just six minutes. | |
| The store walls were lined with colored frocks. | |
| The peace league met to discuss their plans. | |
| The rise to fame of a person takes luck. | |
| Paper is scarce, so write with much care. | |
| The quick fox jumped on the sleeping cat. | |
| The nozzle of the fire hose was bright brass. | |
| Screw the round cap on as tight as needed. | |
| Time brings us many changes. | |
| The purple tie was ten years old. | |
| Men think and plan and sometimes act. | |
| Fill the ink jar with sticky glue. | |
| He smoke a big pipe with strong contents. | |
| We need grain to keep our mules healthy. | |
| Pack the records in a neat thin case. | |
| The crunch of feet in the snow was the only sound. | |
| The copper bowl shone in the sun's rays. | |
| Boards will warp unless kept dry. | |
| The plush chair leaned against the wall. | |
| Glass will clink when struck by metal. | |
| Bathe and relax in the cool green grass. | |
| Nine rows of soldiers stood in line. | |
| The beach is dry and shallow at low tide. | |
| The idea is to sew both edges straight. | |
| The kitten chased the dog down the street. | |
| Pages bound in cloth make a book. | |
| Try to trace the fine lines of the painting. | |
| Women form less than half of the group. | |
| The zones merge in the central part of town. | |
| A gem in the rough needs work to polish. | |
| Code is used when secrets are sent. | |
| Most of the news is easy for us to hear. | |
| He used the lathe to make brass objects. | |
| The vane on top of the pole revolved in the wind. | |
| Mince pie is a dish served to children. | |
| The clan gathered on each dull night. | |
| Let it burn, it gives us warmth and comfort. | |
| A castle built from sand fails to endure. | |
| A child's wit saved the day for us. | |
| Tack the strip of carpet to the worn floor. | |
| Next Tuesday we must vote. | |
| Pour the stew from the pot into the plate. | |
| Each penny shone like new. | |
| The man went to the woods to gather sticks. | |
| The dirt piles were lines along the road. | |
| The logs fell and tumbled into the clear stream. | |
| Just hoist it up and take it away. | |
| A ripe plum is fit for a king's palate. | |
| Our plans right now are hazy. | |
| Brass rings are sold by these natives. | |
| It takes a good trap to capture a bear. | |
| Feed the white mouse some flower seeds. | |
| The thaw came early and freed the stream. | |
| He took the lead and kept it the whole distance. | |
| The key you designed will fit the lock. | |
| Plead to the council to free the poor thief. | |
| Better hash is made of rare beef. | |
| This plank was made for walking on. | |
| The lake sparkled in the red hot sun. | |
| He crawled with care along the ledge. | |
| Tend the sheep while the dog wanders. | |
| It takes a lot of help to finish these. | |
| Mark the spot with a sign painted red. | |
| Take two shares as a fair profit. | |
| The fur of cats goes by many names. | |
| North winds bring colds and fevers. | |
| He asks no person to vouch for him. | |
| Go now and come here later. | |
| A sash of gold silk will trim her dress. | |
| Soap can wash most dirt away. | |
| That move means the game is over. | |
| He wrote down a long list of items. | |
| A siege will crack the strong defense. | |
| Grape juice and water mix well. | |
| Roads are paved with sticky tar. | |
| Fake stones shine but cost little. | |
| The drip of the rain made a pleasant sound. | |
| Smoke poured out of every crack. | |
| Serve the hot rum to the tired heroes. | |
| Much of the story makes good sense. | |
| The sun came up to light the eastern sky. | |
| Heave the line over the port side. | |
| A lathe cuts and trims any wood. | |
| It's a dense crowd in two distinct ways. | |
| His hip struck the knee of the next player. | |
| The stale smell of old beer lingers. | |
| The desk was firm on the shaky floor. | |
| It takes heat to bring out the odor. | |
| Beef is scarcer than some lamb. | |
| Raise the sail and steer the ship northward. | |
| A cone costs five cents on Mondays. | |
| A pod is what peas always grow in. | |
| Jerk the dart from the cork target. | |
| No cement will hold hard wood. | |
| We now have a new base for shipping. | |
| A list of names is carved around the base. | |
| The sheep were led home by a dog. | |
| Three for a dime, the young peddler cried. | |
| The sense of smell is better than that of touch. | |
| No hardship seemed to keep him sad. | |
| Grace makes up for lack of beauty. | |
| Nudge gently but wake her now. | |
| The news struck doubt into restless minds. | |
| Once we stood beside the shore. | |
| A chink in the wall allowed a draft to blow. | |
| Fasten two pins on each side. | |
| A cold dip restores health and zest. | |
| He takes the oath of office each March. | |
| The sand drifts over the sill of the old house. | |
| The point of the steel pen was bent and twisted. | |
| There is a lag between thought and act. | |
| Seed is needed to plant the spring corn. | |
| Draw the chart with heavy black lines. | |
| The boy owed his pal thirty cents. | |
| The chap slipped into the crowd and was lost. | |
| Hats are worn to tea and not to dinner. | |
| The ramp led up to the wide highway. | |
| Beat the dust from the rug onto the lawn. | |
| Say it slowly but make it ring clear. | |
| The straw nest housed five robins. | |
| Screen the porch with woven straw mats. | |
| This horse will nose his way to the finish. | |
| The dry wax protects the deep scratch. | |
| He picked up the dice for a second roll. | |
| These coins will be needed to pay his debt. | |
| The nag pulled the frail cart along. | |
| Twist the valve and release hot steam. | |
| The vamp of the shoe had a gold buckle. | |
| New pants lack cuffs and pockets. | |
| The marsh will freeze when cold enough. | |
| They slice the sausage thin with a knife. | |
| The bloom of the rose lasts a few days. | |
| A gray mare walked before the colt. | |
| Breakfast buns are fine with a hot drink. | |
| Bottles hold four kinds of rum. | |
| The man wore a feather in his felt hat. | |
| He wheeled the bike past the winding road. | |
| Drop the ashes on the worn old rug. | |
| The desk and both chairs were painted tan. | |
| Throw out the used paper cup and plate. | |
| A clean neck means a neat collar. | |
| The couch cover and hall drapes were blue. | |
| The stems of the tall glasses cracked and broke. | |
| The wall phone rang loud and often. | |
| The clothes dried on a thin wooden rack. | |
| Turn on the lantern which gives us light. | |
| The cleat sank deeply into the soft turf. | |
| The bills were mailed promptly on the tenth of the month. | |
| To have is better than to wait and hope. | |
| The price is fair for a good antique clock. | |
| The music played on while they talked. | |
| Dispense with a vest on a day like this. | |
| The bunch of grapes was pressed into wine. | |
| He sent the figs, but kept the ripe cherries. | |
| The hinge on the door creaked with old age. | |
| The screen before the fire kept in the sparks. | |
| Fly by night, and you waste little time. | |
| Thick glasses helped him read the print. | |
| Birth and death mark the limits of life. | |
| The chair looked strong but had no bottom. | |
| The kite flew wildly in the high wind. | |
| A fur muff is stylish once more. | |
| The tin box held priceless stones. | |
| We need an end of all such matter. | |
| The case was puzzling to the old and wise. | |
| We don't get much money but we have fun. | |
| The youth drove with zest, but little skill. | |
| Five years he lived with a shaggy dog. | |
| A fence cuts through the corner lot. | |
| The way to save money is not to spend much. | |
| Shut the hatch before the waves push it in. | |
| The odor of spring makes young hearts jump. | |
| Crack the walnut with your sharp side teeth. | |
| He offered proof in the form of a large chart. | |
| Send the stuff in a thick paper bag. | |
| A quart of milk is water for the most part. | |
| They told wild tales to frighten him. | |
| The three story house was built of stone. | |
| In the rear of the ground floor was a large passage. | |
| A man in a blue sweater sat at the desk. | |
| Oats are a food eaten by horse and man. | |
| Their eyelids droop for want of sleep. | |
| A sip of tea revives his tired friend. | |
| There are many ways to do these things. | |
| Tuck the sheet under the edge of the mat. | |
| A force equal to that would move the earth. | |
| We like to see clear weather. | |
| The work of the tailor is seen on each side. | |
| Take a chance and win a china doll. | |
| Shake the dust from your shoes, stranger. | |
| The square wooden crate was packed to be shipped. | |
| The dusty bench stood by the stone wall. | |
| We dress to suit the weather of most days. | |
| Smile when you say nasty words. | |
| A bowl of rice is free with chicken stew. | |
| The water in this well is a source of good health. | |
| Take shelter in this tent, but keep still. | |
| That guy is the writer of a few banned books. | |
| The little tales they tell are false. | |
| The door was barred, locked, and bolted as well. | |
| Ripe pears are fit for a queen's table. | |
| A big wet stain was on the round carpet. | |
| The kite dipped and swayed, but stayed aloft. | |
| The pleasant hours fly by much too soon. | |
| The room was crowded with a wild mob. | |
| This strong arm shall shield your honor. | |
| She blushed when he gave her a white orchid. | |
| The beetle droned in the hot June sun. | |
| Press the pedal with your left foot. | |
| Neat plans fail without luck. | |
| The black trunk fell from the landing. | |
| The bank pressed for payment of the debt. | |
| The theft of the pearl pin was kept secret. | |
| Shake hands with this friendly child. | |
| The vast space stretched into the far distance. | |
| A rich farm is rare in this sandy waste. | |
| His wide grin earned many friends. | |
| Flax makes a fine brand of paper. | |
| Hurdle the pit with the aid of a long pole. | |
| A strong bid may scare your partner stiff. | |
| Even a just cause needs power to win. | |
| Peep under the tent and see the clowns. | |
| The leaf drifts along with a slow spin. | |
| Cheap clothes are flashy but don't last. | |
| A thing of small note can cause despair. | |
| Flood the mails with requests for this book. | |
| A thick coat of black paint covered all. | |
| The pencil was cut to be sharp at both ends. | |
| Those last words were a strong statement. | |
| He wrote his name boldly at the top of the sheet. | |
| Dill pickles are sour but taste fine. | |
| Down that road is the way to the grain farmer. | |
| Either mud or dust are found at all times. | |
| The best method is to fix it in place with clips. | |
| If you mumble your speech will be lost. | |
| At night the alarm roused him from a deep sleep. | |
| Read just what the meter says. | |
| Fill your pack with bright trinkets for the poor. | |
| The small red neon lamp went out. | |
| Clams are small, round, soft, and tasty. | |
| The fan whirled its round blades softly. | |
| The line where the edges join was clean. | |
| Breathe deep and smell the piny air. | |
| It matters not if he reads these words or those. | |
| A brown leather bag hung from its strap. | |
| A toad and a frog are hard to tell apart. | |
| A white silk jacket goes with any shoes. | |
| A break in the dam almost caused a flood. | |
| Paint the sockets in the wall dull green. | |
| The child crawled into the dense grass. | |
| Bribes fail where honest men work. | |
| Trample the spark, else the flames will spread. | |
| The hilt of the sword was carved with fine designs. | |
| A round hole was drilled through the thin board. | |
| Footprints showed the path he took up the beach. | |
| She was waiting at my front lawn. | |
| A vent near the edge brought in fresh air. | |
| Prod the old mule with a crooked stick. | |
| It is a band of steel three inches wide. | |
| The pipe ran almost the length of the ditch. | |
| It was hidden from sight by a mass of leaves and shrubs. | |
| The weight of the package was seen on the high scale. | |
| Wake and rise, and step into the green outdoors. | |
| The green light in the brown box flickered. | |
| The brass tube circled the high wall. | |
| The lobes of her ears were pierced to hold rings. | |
| Hold the hammer near the end to drive the nail. | |
| Next Sunday is the twelfth of the month. | |
| Every word and phrase he speaks is true. | |
| He put his last cartridge into the gun and fired. | |
| They took their kids from the public school. | |
| Drive the screw straight into the wood. | |
| Keep the hatch tight and the watch constant. | |
| Sever the twine with a quick snip of the knife. | |
| Paper will dry out when wet. | |
| Slide the catch back and open the desk. | |
| Help the weak to preserve their strength. | |
| A sullen smile gets few friends. | |
| Stop whistling and watch the boys march. | |
| Slide the tray across the glass top. | |
| The cloud moved in a stately way and was gone. | |
| Light maple makes for a swell room. | |
| Set the piece here and say nothing. | |
| Dull stories make her laugh. | |
| A stiff cord will do to fasten your shoe. | |
| Get the trust fund to the bank early. | |
| Choose between the high road and the low. | |
| A plea for funds seems to come again. | |
| He lent his coat to the tall gaunt stranger. | |
| There is a strong chance it will happen once more. | |
| The duke left the park in a silver coach. | |
| Greet the new guests and leave quickly. | |
| When the frost has come it is time for turkey. | |
| Sweet words work better than fierce. | |
| A thin stripe runs down the middle. | |
| A six comes up more often than a ten. | |
| Lush fern grow on the lofty rocks. | |
| The ram scared the school children off. | |
| The team with the best timing looks good. | |
| The farmer swapped his horse for a brown ox. | |
| Sit on the perch and tell the others what to do. | |
| A steep trail is painful for our feet. | |
| The early phase of life moves fast. | |
| Green moss grows on the northern side. | |
| Tea in thin china has a sweet taste. | |
| Pitch the straw through the door of the stable. | |
| The latch on the back gate needed a nail. | |
| The goose was brought straight from the old market. | |
| The sink is the thing in which we pile dishes. | |
| A whiff of it will cure the most stubborn cold. | |
| The facts don't always show who is right. | |
| She flaps her cape as she parades the street. | |
| The loss of the cruiser was a blow to the fleet. | |
| Loop the braid to the left and then over. | |
| Plead with the lawyer to drop the lost cause. | |
| Calves thrive on tender spring grass. | |
| Post no bills on this office wall. | |
| Tear a thin sheet from the yellow pad. | |
| A cruise in warm waters in a sleek yacht is fun. | |
| A streak of color ran down the left edge. | |
| It was done before the boy could see it. | |
| Crouch before you jump or miss the mark. | |
| Pack the kits and don't forget the salt. | |
| The square peg will settle in the round hole. | |
| Fine soap saves tender skin. | |
| Poached eggs and tea must suffice. | |
| Bad nerves are jangled by a door slam. | |
| Ship maps are different from those for planes. | |
| Dimes showered down from all sides. | |
| They sang the same tunes at each party. | |
| The sky in the west is tinged with orange red. | |
| The pods of peas ferment in bare fields. | |
| The horse balked and threw the tall rider. | |
| The hitch between the horse and cart broke. | |
| Pile the coal high in the shed corner. | |
| A gold vase is both rare and costly. | |
| The knife was hung inside its bright sheath. | |
| The rarest spice comes from the far East. | |
| The roof should be tilted at a sharp slant. | |
| A smatter of French is worse than none. | |
| The mule trod the treadmill day and night. | |
| The aim of the contest is to raise a great fund. | |
| To send it now in large amounts is bad. | |
| There is a fine hard tang in salty air. | |
| Cod is the main business of the north shore. | |
| The slab was hewn from heavy blocks of slate. | |
| Dunk the stale biscuits into strong drink. | |
| Hang tinsel from both branches. | |
| Cap the jar with a tight brass cover. | |
| The poor boy missed the boat again. | |
| Be sure to set the lamp firmly in the hole. | |
| Pick a card and slip it under the pack. | |
| A round mat will cover the dull spot. | |
| The first part of the plan needs changing. | |
| A good book informs of what we ought to know. | |
| The mail comes in three batches per day. | |
| You cannot brew tea in a cold pot. | |
| Dots of light betrayed the black cat. | |
| Put the chart on the mantel and tack it down. | |
| The night shift men rate extra pay. | |
| The red paper brightened the dim stage. | |
| See the player scoot to third base. | |
| Slide the bill between the two leaves. | |
| Many hands help get the job done. | |
| We don't like to admit our small faults. | |
| No doubt about the way the wind blows. | |
| Dig deep in the earth for pirate's gold. | |
| The steady drip is worse than a drenching rain. | |
| A flat pack takes less luggage space. | |
| Green ice frosted the punch bowl. | |
| A stuffed chair slipped from the moving van. | |
| The stitch will serve but needs to be shortened. | |
| A thin book fits in the side pocket. | |
| The gloss on top made it unfit to read. | |
| The hail pattered on the burnt brown grass. | |
| Seven seals were stamped on great sheets. | |
| Our troops are set to strike heavy blows. | |
| The store was jammed before the sale could start. | |
| It was a bad error on the part of the new judge. | |
| One step more and the board will collapse. | |
| Take the match and strike it against your shoe. | |
| The pot boiled, but the contents failed to jell. | |
| The bombs left most of the town in ruins. | |
| Stop and stare at the hard working man. | |
| The streets are narrow and full of sharp turns. | |
| The pup jerked the leash as he saw a feline shape. | |
| Open your book to the first page. | |
| Fish evade the net and swim off. | |
| Dip the pail once and let it settle. | |
| Will you please answer that phone. | |
| The big red apple fell to the ground. | |
| The curtain rose and the show was on. | |
| The young prince became heir to the throne. | |
| He sent the boy on a short errand. | |
| Leave now and you will arrive on time. | |
| The corner store was robbed last night. | |
| A gold ring will please most any girl. | |
| The long journey home took a year. | |
| She saw a cat in the neighbor's house. | |
| A pink shell was found on the sandy beach. | |
| Small children came to see him. | |
| The grass and bushes were wet with dew. | |
| The blind man counted his old coins. | |
| A severe storm tore down the barn. | |
| She called his name many times. | |
| When you hear the bell, come quickly. |