Much to our joy, John was finally __________ to join in our adventurous journey. 

The accident happened on such an evening with strong winds __________ by heavy rain. 

A Chinese low-budget film, Lost in Thailand, has _______ profits and praise since it hit movie theaters on 12 December.

Susan didn't finish the job on time.  Now  Mr Brown realizes that he ______ too much of   her then.

 At last, we found ourselves at the foot of a hill with trees providing shade and      ________  down to eat our picnic lunch.