“Why don't these translation books just include general phrases that could be applied in a variety of situations like, "Say nothing unless it's in English"?”

“As with all travel, replacing familiar surroundings with the unknown fires an electric charge that awakens a sense of adventure.”

“It was an undemanding job both physically and mentally, which was fine. Stress was for the rich and hard-working.”

“Her voice had suddenly jumped a couple of social classes to underline her ownership status.”

“Why don't these translation books just include general phrases that could be applied in a variety of situations like, "Say nothing unless it's in English"?”

“She was an experimental child but compassionate with it.”