1. My boss turned a deaf ear once again when I asked her to raise my salary.
2. I thought they were going to catch him, but he got away by the skin of his teeth.
3. I can't stand it when people talk about me behind my back.
4. You've got to give him credit for keeping a cool head and not missing the penalty.
5. I think you all deserve a pat on the back for meeting the deadline this month.