____ the aid from the government, the flood-stricken area ____ greater loss.

— Write to me when you get home.  — __________.

Robert Collier once said, “A single idea---the sudden flash of a thought --- __________be worth a million dollars.”

I was caught in a traffic jam for over an hour, otherwise I ________ you waiting for such a long time.

 If only I ________ driving before.