John rattled the handle of Mrs. Inglethorp's door violently, but with no effect. 
The door wouldn't open even after John rattled the handle rather violently.
John kicked open Mrs. Inglethorp's door.
A woman is getting a pedicure.
A bald man playing music.
Scientists and religious creationists never agree on anything.
Women cannot have it both ways.
Adrin was fighting.
People planting a garden.