1. If Only:

• Structure: If only + past simple verb (expressing a strong desire for a different past situation)

• Example: If only I had known about the traffic, I would have left earlier.

2. I'd Rather:

• Structure: Subject + would rather + base form of the verb (expressing a preference or choice)

• Example: I'd rather go to the beach than stay at home.

3. It's (High) Time:

• Structure: Subject + it's (high) time + past simple verb (expressing that something should happen or should have happened by now)

• Example: It's time you started taking your health more seriously.

4. As If / As Though:

• Structure: Subject + (act) as if / as though + past simple verb (expressing a wish for a hypothetical or imagined situation)

• Example: He acted as if he owned the place.

5. It's About Time:

• Structure: It's about time + subject + past simple verb (similar to "It's time," expressing that something should happen or should have happened)

• Example: It's about time you finished your homework.