At the age of twenty Steve left his hometown, _____ to return without making his mark.

   As we know, the coming of radio in this century made ocean sailing much ______.

It’s said that the old lady died ________.

Carter was saying all the right things, but his smile was __________, and I knew I couldn't trust him.

--- I don’t want to ask him for help, for he is a hard man. --- But, in fact, he is _______ glad to help.