1) You woke up late and lay in bed for half an hour, thus feeling even more tired and groggy throughout the day․ 2) You have been watching television since four o’clock, thus missing out on any productive activities or social interactions․ 3) My cousin has been surfing the Net for two hours, thus becoming completely engrossed in the virtual world and neglecting other tasks or responsibilities․ 4) I have not got enough money, thus having to carefully budget and prioritize my expenses in order to make ends meet․ 5) All my life I have been living in the country, thus enjoying the peace and tranquility of nature, far away from the hustle and bustle of city life․
6) Oleg drives carelessly, thus putting himself and others at risk of accidents or injuries on the road․
7) My mum has two jobs now٫ thus struggling to find time for herself or to spend quality time with the family․
8) The family is tired of living in town٫ thus longing for a quieter and more spacious home in the countryside where they can enjoy a better quality of life․