We had a wonderful holiday; only the last two days were _____spoiled by the weather. 

In the good care of the nurse, the boy is       recovering from his heart operation.

. ---Do you get together with your old friends?---Yes, from time to time, but not ___ ___.

 The new manager is intelligent and hard-working, and___________, he is very charming.

Many people spoke highly of the plan at the meeting, but _______ I don’t think it is of much practical use.