However, they can hardly blame me; it is ________ their own fault.

My goodness, look at the time! It’s nine o’clock already and I’m _____ at breakfast. 

—Why are you so late?—The driver couldn’t see clearly because of the fog．____, the road was too icy．

Michelle Obama wears clothes that anyone can buy in a mall and ________ she may have a larger effect on consumers than ordinary models.

 He put on his tie, took one last look at the room and_____________  walked out of the door.