When he realized the police had seen him, the man_____the exit as quickly as possible.

A diligent work, however, does not necessarily _____much achievements or honor which are expected by someone. 

I have ______ my husband again and again not to smoke , but I can’t ______ him．

I was       in the middle of my call because I had no money in my card.

Bill's just __________ himself a part in a Broadway show.