by the time their journey _________ to an end, they had been travelling for more than a month.

this sauce needs more flavor - i know, some lemon juice should ________ the trick.

we can say with a high degree of ___________ that the poem was written by shakespeare.

he retired on a generous _________ from the company.

luck _________ a big part in their success.

the theatre company that they started is still ______ existence today.

can outside pressure _______ a role in influencing the course of events?

because of the recession, mr. Obama's economic plan has not conducted ______ flying colors.

although they hold similar political views, their religious beliefs present a striking _________.

the religious community wished to be independent _________ outside influence.

they have failed __________ up with any practical solutions.