A gentleman assisted Carrie to a seat, and I expressed myself pretty strongly on the danger of having a plain polished floor with no carpet or drugget to prevent people slipping.
Sit down to read and the flywheel of work-related thoughts keeps spinning, or else you're so exhausted that a challenging book's the last thing you need.
Both Jane and Bill are tired when they arrive home at 6 p. m. Bill's accustomed to sitting down and reading the paper or watching TV until dinner is ready.
Harry went back to the kitchen, still staring at his letter. He handed Uncle Vernon the bill and the postcard, sat down, and slowly began to open the yellow envelope.
And if you're just looking to unwind, you can simply sit back and watch as the shadows descend on the alleyways around you, taking this peaceful moment to reflect on your time in this remarkable country.