[1] The scientist insisted that the experiment must be ______ so other researchers could repeat it and confirm the results.

[2] The teacher explained that strong emotions are a response to outside ______ like loud noise or surprising news.

[3] The board decided to ______ the fee for this year so families facing financial hardship would not struggle.

[4] The reporter stated that the storm’s damage could be ______, destroying homes and shutting down cities.

[5] Although everyone expected a slow ending, the movie concluded in an ______ final scene that shocked the audience.

[6] The teacher hoped encouragement would help the student stop the academic ______ and take responsibility.

[7] Doctors fear an ______ flu outbreak might spread quickly if people ignore safety precautions.

[8] When the map was turned upside down, the tourists became ______ and couldn’t figure out where they were.

[9] The student agreed to ______ that her classmate’s idea was better, even though she was hesitant at first.

[10] The director made a ______ film that represented both sides of the conflict fairly.

[11] The charity appreciated every small ______ that helped provide food for families in need.

[12] The idea that humans only use 10% of their brain is a common ______ that scientists disagree with.

[13] The spy avoided anything that made him look ______ while hiding in the crowd.

[14] The psychologist studied how children learn to read, focusing on ______ development.

[15] The athlete’s incredible speed seemed ______, as if she was born with it.

[16] The scientist tried to ______ the claim using strong evidence that proved it wrong.

[17] As temperatures changed throughout the day, energy demand began to ______ sharply.

[18] The travelers began a long ______ to a sacred site, walking for many days.

[19] To protect history, the government promised to ______ ancient ruins.

[20] Although the project showed progress, investors still saw its success as ______ without more support.