I have always _______ to become a distinguished composer of symphonies.

The peace talks proved that even great ________ are capable of reconciliation.

The climbers________ the southeast ridge to set up camp.

The whole family was _________ about going to the Caribbean for the Christmas vacation.

Drinking too much coffee makes me very __________.

They argue frequently, but then they cool off and the bad feelings soon _________.

All around us, materials that were originally designed for space exploration are being used to produce useful products in the most ________ and surprising ways.

Under the new policy, dental treatments will now be covered by your standard university insurance plan so long as they do not _______ $500 in one calendar year.

Norfolk international Airport is experiencing record ________ for retail space in its newly remodeled terminal.

The cosmetic company arranged a clever publicity _______ to make the public aware of their new products.

Seats for this evening's lecture, as for all events at the Tate Institute, are available on a first-come, first-served ____________.

Engineering graduates can expect to make an entry-level _________ ranging from $50,000 to $70.000 per year. 

Grace was so ________ about her medical tests today that she couldn't get to sleep last night.

Tom ______ his eyes to avoid making eye contact.

Health officials have assured the residents that the city's water supply is not _________.

Thanks to improved standards of public health, the infant ______ rate continues to decline.

They bought a huge German shepherd in hopes of ________ off burglars.

The course has deeply ______ my appreciation of contemporary art.

The trial was __________ until more evidence could be produced. 

Mia _________ into the meeting, demanding to be heard.