Right from the beginning; to do something from the start.

I would have gotten the promotion, but my attendance wasn’t good enough.

Don't judge someone or something only by the outward appearance.

The body may perhaps compensates for the loss of a true metaphysics.

A person who does not speak a great deal; someone who talks with as few words as possible.

She works two jobs to make ends meet; at least, that was her reason for not having time to join us.

I think I will buy the red car, or I will lease the blue one.

Malls are great places to shop; I can find everything I need under one roof.