The branches grow at a more _____ angle.

The basketball players liked to ______ about their skills but few could make the shot.

The detective wondered whether his assistant would _______ the investigation by giving away important clues.

Two retired players did the ________ for the game.

I had to stay in bed for the _______ of my illness.

The________sounds seemed to come from the basement.

One _______of the diamond was masterfully cut to increase its value.

Golden Retrievers are easily taught to retrieve on land or water, and their strength, intelligence and _______make them especially suitable as watchdogs or guardians.

The ribbon could ________ at the cut end.

They were in that _______ teenage phase when they felt like they knew everything.

An animal that lives in a forest is an example of a forest __________.

The dentist gave me novocaine to _______ my tooth before drilling, thank goodness.

She tried to _______the crying baby by giving her a bottle.

I was so ___________, I could eat an entire pizza.

Early scientists and Biblical scholars worked hard to _______ the statement that the world was flat.

It's wise to feel ______ when you have made a mean comment during an argument and feel badly about it afterward.

The marathon runner experienced a minor _______ when his leg cramped during the race.

The football player seemed ______ when he scored the touchdown minutes before the game would end.

The ________ on the back of the cover of the book told us everything we wantd to know.

The unwise bridegroom decided to _____and talk with friends before making his way to his own wedding ceremony.