1. To cut a long story short, he is not coming to your party. 2. If you want better result, you should work harder and harder. 3. Keep your chin up! Or Keep your shirt on! Or Keep your hair on! If she has left you high and dry, it's not the end of the world. There are plenty of fish in the sea. 4. By and large she's a nice girl. 5. You were in the right place and at the right time. 6. Time hangs heavy. 7. I have not reached any decision about selling my car. 8. I learnt that you love her while she is older than you. 9. I didn't realize that you are so helpful. 10. I am impressed by your talent.