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We should take a close look at all expenditures ----- have risen over 15 percent since last quarter

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The book__________is mine.

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A number of programs have been initiated to provide food and shelter for the underprivileged in the remote areas of the country.

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They returned to their office feeling energized and ready to __________ new challenges

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Reception desk personnel are thoroughly trained to answer any ------- that hotel guests may have.

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Because I have completely _____________ myself to my family, I refuse to relocate for work and upend their lives

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“______________”, the doctor advised his patient

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This article examines experiments with __________ to ethical issues

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If__________ about it, will you be able to answer?

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By 2020, the number of schools in our country _________________

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Mrs. Johnson handled the dispute -------, by holding private discussions in her office

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We have known each other long enough that I will forgive you this discourtesy.

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It is still unclear _______ the Mayor will accept the recommendations of the City Council

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The United Nations has recommended that countries ____ all places with more than 20,000 inhabitants living close together as urban.

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The academy, __________ students from all over the world can learn English, has a number of flexible courses

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Garvin is boasting again. He is always saying that he is the best soccer player in this city. He is _______

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After ________ the contract, please sign both copies and mail one copy back to us at the address provided

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Automobile mechanics ------ have not kept up with these changes have left or been forced out of the industry

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------- a retail store, Seedum International will now sell merchandise only through its Web site

I will lend you some money, but you ____ pay it back to me next week.

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How long ________________ English before she went to London?