Technically, I'm still employed by the company, but I've been on leave for three months.

Technically, she's not my aunt, but that's what I've always called her.

Technically, this car could fit five people, but it's pretty tight.

Technically, I should be dieting, but this cake looks too delicious to pass up.

Technically, it's not a holiday, but I'm going to treat it like one and just relax all day.

Fortunately, the rain stopped just in time for the picnic, so we didn't have to cancel it.

Fortunately, the supermarket had a big sale on baking supplies just when I decided to make cookies.

Fortunately, my neighbor was home to accept the package for me while I was out.

I got somesoy sauce on my shirt, but fortunately, the stain came out with just a little soap and water.

Fortunately, we managed to get the last table at the restaurant, even though we didn't make a reservation.

Unfortunately, the weather forecast says it's going to rain all weekend, so we might have to cancel our picnic.

Unfortunately, I forgot to buy milk, so we'll have to make do without it for breakfast.

Unfortunately, my favorite show has been canceled after only one season.

Unfortunately, the cake didn't turn out as expected; it's a bit too dry.

Unfortunately, I'm not feeling well today, so I'm not gonna be able to join the dinner party.

Apparently, there's gonna be a new park near our house next year.

Apparently, if you drink a glass of water before meals, it helps you lose weight.

Apparently, the grocery store offers a discount every Wednesday on all produce.

Apparently, adding a pinch of salt to your coffee, it gets less bitter.

Apparently, If you add vinegar to the boiling water, it makes it easier to peel the eggshells.

Honestly, I'm not sure if I remembered to lock the door when we left the house this morning, and now it's bothering me quite a bit.

Honestly, I was really disappointed when I found out that my favorite store had closed down.

Honestly, I don't understand why they decided to change the layout of the grocery store; it was much easier to navigate before.

Honestly, I feel like we should start planning for retirement sooner rather than later, given how quickly time seems to be passing.

Honestly, I wanted have a quiet weekend at home, but seems like we're gonna have visitors, so that's not gonna happen.

You should try the desserts at this cafe, especially the chocolate cake; it's absolutely divine.

You gotta be careful when crossing the street, especially at big intersections.

It's important to wear a hat when it's sunny, especially if you're going to be outside all day.

I enjoy all the seasons, but I especially like spring because the weather starts to get warm.

My kids are really into drawing these days, especially my youngest because she spends hours with her crayons.

I try to shop locally as much as possible, especially for fresh produce, because it tastes so much better.

Surprisingly, the new recipe I tried was a hit with the entire family. It's all about cooking skills.

Surprisingly, my little one didn't fuss at all during the doctor's visit today. I wonder why.

Surprisingly, the stain on the carpet came out with just a bit of vinegar and baking soda. You buy that?

Surprisingly, my husband offered to cook dinner tonight, so I could take a break. I think something good happened to him.

Surprisingly, the supermarket had all the ingredients I needed for tonight's dinner, even the rare herbs.

Normally, I take the kids to school, but today my husband took them because I had a doctor's appointment.

Normally, I don't watch much TV, but I got into this new show everyone's talking about. It's much more interesting than I though.

Normally, I plant tomatoes and cucumbers in my garden, but this year I'm trying out peppers and eggplants too.

Normally, I'm trying not to eat sweets, but I couldn't resist the chocolate cake at the party.

Normally, I wake up at six to start the day, but this morning I overslept. Maybe I was exhausted.

Occasionally, I forget to water the plants, but somehow they still thrive.

Occasionally, I buy a lottery ticket, just for the thrill of the possibility. Most of the time, I don't win, though.

Occasionally, I take a nap in the middle of the day, which is so refreshing.Maybe you should try it.

Occasionally, I go for a long bike ride to clear my mind. It's also a good exercise.

Occasionally, I go to the sushi restaurant near the station. While the price is reasoable, it tastes so good.

We're currently redecorating the living room, so it's a bit messy at the moment.

He's currently taking a nap, so let's try to keep the noise down so that he's not gonna awake.

I'm currently trying to juggle housework and my part-time job; it's quite a challenge, but I'm managing somehow.

We're currently experiencing some financial challenges, so we've decided to start budgeting more carefully.

I'm currently organizing our family photos and memories into albums; it's time-consuming but so rewarding.

According to the weather report, it's going to rain all day tomorrow, so I'll have to reschedule our picnic.

According to my friend, that new restaurant downtown is really good; we should try it sometime.

According to my neighbor, there’s a big sale at the supermarket every Friday; we can save a lot if we shop then.

According to my fitness app, I walked more steps this month than last month, which is great progress!

According to my son’s teacher, reading to him every night has significantly improved his vocabulary.

I know we should save money, but that being said, it’s okay to treat ourselves once in a while.

I know you're busy, but that being said, we really need to discuss this issue today.

I know this restaurant is popular, but that being said, I think it’s a bit overrated.

I love spending time alone like studying English and reading books. That being said, sometimes I wanna hang out with my frineds.

I try not to watch Youtube for a long time. That being said, sometimes I find myself watching it for 1 hour or something.

Given that you're not feeling well, you should rest instead of going to school today.

Given that traffic is usually heavy at this hour, we should leave early to make it on time.

Given that he’s only been learning for a few months, his progress in English is impressive.

Given that the restaurant is so popular, we should probably book a table in advance.

Given that everyone's so busy these days, we should really start planning our family reunion ahead of time.

Regardless of the price, I prefer buying organic vegetables for healthier meals.

Regardless of age, everyone in our family helps with household chores.

Regardless of the weather, taking my dog for a walk is a part of my daily routine.

Regardless of the age, you can attend the event, but you wanna come?

Regardless of a holiday, I always work to improve my students' English skills, which is so rewarding.

In the case of power outages, I make sure to have candles, flashlights, and a portable charger fully charged for emergencies.

In the case of my children feeling unwell, I take them to see a doctor as soon as possible.

In the case of an earthquake, it's important to practice our family evacuation plan regularly so everyone knows what to do.

In the case of unexpected guests, I always keep some frozen treats and quick recipes to serve a quick snack.

In the case of my car breaking down, I can get it repaired for free because I have insurance coverage.

As far as I know, the road to the beach is closed for repairs until next month.

As far as I know, the new gym offers a free trial period before you decide to sign up for a membership.

As far as I know, they're getting along with each other, so we don't have to worry about it.

As far as I know, we're almost out of milk, so could you pick some up on your way home?

As far as I know, the grocery store has a sale on chicken this week, so it might be a good time to stock up.