many rural workers have moved to the cities to seek better employment __________ and improved living conditions.

there isn't enough room for us, _______ alone six dogs and a cat.

the film got excellent __________ when it was first seen.

his body was still and _________, his gaze fixeD. He was oblivious to everything else in the world but her.

by reporting his colleagues as soon as he learned of their dishonest business practices, the ceo came out smelling like a/an ________.

i was on the _______ of a dilemma when i was offered another joB. Yesterday i was called for an interview for accountant position at a famous company.

clients sign contracts to become participants and agree to ______ a rigorous schedule.

they're trying to _______ a peace formula acceptable to both sides in the dispute.

this book is __________ of twelve separate short stories.

we must find a way to _____ these problems before it's too late.

the advantage of booking tickets _______ is that you get better seats.