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The fine is steep !!! |
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Cory |
Nat, please don't talk on your cellphone while you're driving. |
Natalie |
Why, what's the problem ? It's Jim. He wants to know what time we'll
be arriving. |
Cory |
Well, first of all it's dangerous, you should be concentrating on
the road. Second, if you get caught, the
fine is really steep. |
Natalie |
Well, the road is clear and there are no police cars around. |
Cory |
Have you checked in your rear-view mirror ? |
Natalie |
Oh my God ! There's a patrol car just coming up behind. Quick, take
my phone. |
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Explanation : |
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Steep -
Excessive, too much |
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Example : They are having to face very
steep taxes. |
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