Tom is a stubborn and careful man; It took many hours to_______ him of my good idea and to give up his.

Mary and I see each other ______, but not as often as we used to. 

—How did your father deal with you？—We were lucky to _____ being punished.

_______, I lost heart in English learning, but my teacher said to me, “Keep on working hard, and you’ll succeed ________.”

— Whose Chinese vase is it?— I have no idea, but I’m pretty sure it _______ the old lady.