The two political parties failed in their attempt to ___ a coalition government.

Jason didn't know anything about the _____, so he asked for advice before he invested in stocks.

The couple sought marriage ______ early in the breakdown of their relationship and managed to save their marriage.

The passengers started complaining about the _____ delay of their flight.

The contract Harold sighed had clear terms and left no room for _____.

I made it clear at the ____ that I wouldn't work on weekends.

I'm writing ______ our meeting which was scheduled to take place next week at your promises.

Look at the cute ______ little Zoe takes when she's having her picture taken!

One positive aspect of living in the countryside in the fresh air.

At the beginning of every school year, we visit the ____ store to buy things like notebooks, pens pencils and the like.

The house was ____ with ballons and streamers for Elizabeth's birthday party.

Madeline's dream was to become a pilot and fly high up into _____.

Upset by the news, Neil ______ his jacket and left the house without saying a word.

Helen never really paid much attention to Mike's _____ comments about her clothes.

Amanda lost her camera, so she bought a ____ one to use for the rest of her holiday.

That low-energy bulb needs to be changed as it no longer ______ much light.

In Thailand, ____ against the royal family can lead to imprisonment.

The rotten onions on the kitchen counter gave off an ____ that no one could stand.

The ______ of goods abroad must be accompanied by an export license.

The teachers asked the two children to shake hands and ______ violence.

Everybody admires John's _____ in sports. he can play tennis, football, and basketball extremely well!

Adam's clever _____ helped him a lot in his career as a lawyer.

The government ____ some serious criticism after its decision to impose more taxes.

Nathan is having dinner with some of his business _____ at a rather expensive restaurant tonight.

Jonathan ______ some innovative ways to increase his company profits.

Beatrice had been a ____ woman in her younger years, but the hardships she endured over the years left her with little energy.

_____ her tears, Barbara told us she had failed her university entrance exams.

John's ______ work in keeping the company records up to date is highly appreciated by his employers.

Steven sounds a bit _____ when he talks about politics. He likes everyone to think he's an expert.

The bodyguards tried to ____ the singer's admirers and get her safely to her limousine.