Mary, Mary 5

It really bugs me when people smoke in restaurants.

He had decided to follow me around and report on the murder cases I was working on.

I've decided to report on the murder case he is working on.

The writer had only smirked in response.

made or created only recently; newly minted slang expressions from the playground

(put in for something) to officially ask for something We’ve put in for a grant to repair the building.

The sun is glaring straight into my eyes słońce razi mnie w oczy.

The painful custody struggles between Christine and me were still dragging on.

I'm not even finished telling you what to do.

Jannie stuck her tongue out convivially at her brother and he gently hip-checked her in return.

Convivial people or occasions are pleasant, friendly, and relaxed.

Ice Hockey: To obstruct or hit (an opponent) using one's hip (also without object); also in extended use.

I scooped up Alex Jr in my arms and held him close, kissed both of his cheeks.

behaving or happening in a way that avoids arguments and violence a peaceable crowd/protest; He looked back at me with his peaceable little smile.

If something such as a film or performance drags, it seems to go slowly because it is boring: The first half of the movie was interesting but the second half dragged (on).