The war ____ because neither side would give in to the other. 

The government is doing whatever they can to ____ the bird flu from spreading. 

The meeting went on in such a friendly ____ that everything was settled ahead of schedule. 

Don’t be shocked if you realize a man ____ is actually a millionaire. Rich people are weird. 

You can’t park here, sir. It is ____ for the ambulances only. 

The nurse was very kind to the boy at first, but finally, her ____ gave out and she lost her temper. 

The editor could have ____ the error before it was published; it was so obvious. 

--- You should apologize to Chris as soon as possible. --- No way! It was not my ____. 

Most foreigners feel uncomfortable when ____ in the street. 

--- I don’t know whether they did this ____ or by design. --- Who cares? They have to be punished. 

As long as you are sure this plan works, you should ____ with it, whatever happens. 

When he realized the audience’s attention was beginning to ___, he raised his voice. 

--- What can I do for you, Sabrina? --- I find it hard to ____ the matter to you, sir, but I really want a raise. 

The doctor told Sara to ____ on smoking but she just couldn’t. 

The project will cost a lot of money but it will ____ the company in the long run. 

His ____ as captain of the football team lies in his ability to gain the respect of his men. 

Don’t take a chance! Our teachers won’t have you ____ cheating in the exams. 

If you want to catch your flight, you’d better ____ for the airport right now. 

This song ____ me of my sweet childhood. 

--- My watch is nowhere to be found. --- Don’t worry! I’m sure it will ____ sometime when you’re not looking for it.