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The ethics committee cited the potential benefits of the research project while ------ its high cost.

In the nineteenth century, composer Steven Foster wrote some of the most enduringly popular of all American songs, _________ soon became part of the folk tradition.

Had we not watched the football match last night, we___________________ our work.

As the chief accountant, Ms. Dasgupta must .................. review and re-evaluate the company finances.

Which boxes contained clothing? 

I tried to __________ them from going, but they wouldn’t take any notice.

GPS systems help a lot of people to ___________ on land, on the sea, and in the air.

He thanked her for __________ him some money. 

 They told_______ there was nothing to be afraid of. 

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They've .............a new tower where that old building used to be.

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Through his extensive research into acquiring language skills, Dr. Harvey Ward has proven ___________   to be a leader in field .

He spoke _______English, so it was difficult for him to communicate with people here. 

I don’t enjoy ___________ letters. 

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Environmentalists were pleased with the community's ______________  in increasing recycling in the area.

Because of the increase in tourism during the winter months, the Ebony Palms Hotel and Resort plans to .................. additional stafl for the next three months.

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Performing the steps in the proper sequence is  _____________  if the project is to succeed.

Education is our first   ___________   now. We are trying to do what we can to make it  better.

Despite the tough _____ in the sector, our little store managed to break____its first year in operation.

AirVoyage’s spokesperson Bob Lohman announced this morning that a shortterm .................. of the company's online reservation system was responsible for several delays yesterday.

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Renters are most excited about the ------ kitchens in the upgraded units.

You have been selected by our board as the next...............of the Independent Films Award.