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Ever since the drivers' strike started, citywide buses have been ______ running thirty minutes to one hour late

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I thought I'd _________________ judgement until he'd finished his presentation.

Bob has a bad lung cancer and his doctor has advised him to ____ smoking.

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A- Hello, what ______ your name?

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The deal was rejected by a large majority of the ______ and file within the union

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A penny is such a small amount of money in our society that many of us consider the coin to be absolutely insignificant. (CLOSET)

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It’s no good ______ a fuss and arguing over such an unimportant issue

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Mr. Koster is negotiating the ------- of the new contract with Arban, Inc

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Police are investigating a possible _________between the murder and a robbery that took place last year.

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You ________________ out last night or were you tired?

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Orphan elephants need ________ the same companionship as they ________ from their mothers in the wild

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions:

It is high time more intensive campaigns were initiated to protect endangered species all over the world.

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If you use online banking, bills can be paid --------- it is most convenient

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There is no new drug on the _____________ that will make this disease easier to treat

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------- the rock band Captain Zino decided to offer free tickets to their concert, sales of their album have reached record numbers

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Mr. Chau’s main role in the company for the next two weeks is to look ________ the right person to take over Mr. Shaw’s position when he leaves at the end of the month

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“This is really a nice dress. Thanks, Tom.” “____" 

According to the boss, John is the most                                                                      for the position of executive secretary.

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Fresh fruit and vegetables are an essential ______________ of a healthy diet

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I always _____________ the cost of my groceries while shopping so that I’m not surprised at the total amount

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Although the area has certainly improved, much ____ to be developed