His explanation did not seem spontaneous or natural, but rather forced and recherchéThat is obscure and arcane, not to say récherché.
Benny's dad would often offer him ice cream as an incentive for mowing the lawn.
I sent for an agent to apprise, or rate the value of, our home.
He has a fastidious boss in his new job, he just doesn't know how to please him.
I did not wish to leave the impression that I had accompanied my colleagues on this incredible journey merely to seek to brighten their waking hours with badinage.