There being no witness on the spot, the police were delayed by the _____ of information about the crime.

 I bought a dress for only 10 dollars in a sale; it was a real _________. 

She is in a poor ______of health,which worries her mother much.

Much to our _____, China won 51 gold medals, more than any other nation, at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. 

Showing ______ to a current or former teacher is a fair reward and an act of gratitude that will also make you feel better.