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Because of transportation --------- due to winter weather, some conference participants may arrive late.

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All the storage rooms are scheduled to undergo renovations and ........... closed for several days next week

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The yearly growth of the gross national product is often used as an indicator of a nation’s economy.

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Although dinosaurs have been ____________ for millions of years, they are still very popular among children

Picasso, ______ works inspired many artists, lived until he was a ripe old age.

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When he came back on stage, the delighted audience were quick to show their _________________

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Dr. Elizabeth Kay was by ------ until the arrival of Dr. Ian Desilva at 8:30 a.m

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------- the kitchen cabinets arrived late, the contractor installed them without putting the job behind schedule

Although I managed to solve the problem myself I could not help _____ my sons about the things

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They received such a good advice from their teachers that they all studied very well.

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We were all so busy drawing up the contracts for this new deal that the thank-you dinner we'dpromised to our interns simply ________ the cracks

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The melody is so -------- that the composer  has simplified parts of it for live  performances

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Electric wires carry current for lighting and outlets designing for household appliances.

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 ……. it ……. when you woke up this morning?

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Normally she’s too proud ________ that she’s made a mistake, so it’s incredible that we got her ________ in this case

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Although it’s a long day for us, we feel we are contented with what we do

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While it is not ---—, staff are encouraged to read Joan Frantz’s book Balancing Work and Life.

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Despite several setbacks, the restoration of the Pratt Theater will be completed ------- of schedule

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Attracted by the region's ample supply of fresh spring water, Wakefield Beverages Inc. ------- to Perthshire, Scotland next April

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A ------ greenhouse donated several potted plants to beautify the lobby of the city hall

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------- to the fitness center is free for all employees and their family members