The origins of chess are uncertain, ______ there are a number of legends regarding its invention. In fact, chess almost certainly originated in India in the sixth or seventh century AD.

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___________ the mayor's office, the opening of the new bridge has been postponed until next Monday.

After they ................. all the food, they picked up their bags and left.

 I _____ the book by the time you come tonight. 

.................. he had enough money, he refused to buy a new car.

It is high time we .................. something to protect our environment .

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By  ______________   offices in London, Paris, and Madrid, Sedgehill Ltd. has continued its growth into markets overseas.

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In accordance with the Data Protection Act, all identifying information has been ____________   from client testimonials on our Web site.

Buy me a newspaper on your way back,     ?

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Since the new sugar-free foods were introduced, overall sales  __________  at a steady rate.

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Deserts are also classified by their ________ location and dominant weather pattern. 

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Mr. Palmer has been assigned to  ___________  the reason for the equipment malfunction at the plant.

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After a three-month probationary period, hotel employees are eligible to ----- paid vacations.

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During times of economic downturns, India is ___________   many tech companies locate their customer support centers.

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Around 150 B. C. the Greek astronomer Hipparchus developed a system to classify stars according to brightness.

Even though they don’t agree with what’s happening, they’re too ................ to protest.

In big cities, the exhaust fumes build _________ and pose a health hazard to human beings.

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Once the plant is  _____________  operational, it will become the largest car manufacturing facility in North America.

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The annual event would not have been a success if we __________   the support of local residents.

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 For one week __________  , Penny's Grocery is giving away a free tote bag with every order of 50 dollars or more.

British Leyland is aiming to push _ its share of UK car sales to 25% over the next two years.