Cheer up! No matter how ________ you progress, you are ahead of those who never tried.

The new couple couldn’t afford a new house. _______, they bought a second-hand one.

I have little doubt about his competence; ______, he is well-qualified for the job. 

 When they knew there was a panda in the zoo, the children could ___ wait to see it.

Progress so far has been very good.______，we are sure that the project will be completed on time.