8. He was as busy as a bee trying to finish his dissertation.
9. His wife fanned the flames by asking for a lot of money.
10. At the end of the month, my friend always runs short of money.
11. He dared not tell the truth since he wanted to save face.
12. She turned green with envy when she saw the couple chatting happily.
13. His secretary’s carelessness made him lose face.
14. The thief was caught red-handed when he broke into the house.
15. The teacher saw the students through their problems.