Absolute Constructions — Subject + Participle (C2)

The crowd , the band launched into their final song. (the crowd / cheer)

The votes , the returning officer announced the result. (the votes / count)

The sun , the temperature dropped sharply. (the sun / set, perfect participle "having set")

The children , the parents finally sat down to relax. (the children / sleep)

The work , the builders packed up their tools. (the work / finish)

The rain steadily, we abandoned the picnic and headed indoors. (the rain / fall)

The decision , there was nothing left to debate. (the decision / make)

The guests , the host hurried to open the door. (the guests / arrive)

The contract by both parties, the deal was finally binding. (the contract / sign)

The engine , the driver waited nervously at the kerb. (the engine / run)

All the doors , the security guard began his round. (the doors / lock)

The tide , the fishermen pushed their boats out to sea. (the tide / turn)

The report at last, the committee turned to the budget. (the report / write)

The audience on every word, the speaker pressed her advantage. (the audience / hang)

The matter once and for all, the partners shook hands and moved on. (the matter / settle)