These seats are ______ for special guests.

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Several publishers rejected her book, but that just made her ________________ the more determined.

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The Rinzlite dishwasher was ranked higher   ------- all other dishwashers in its class

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I have ____ to see such a rude receptionist.

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Deangelo’s Delights was so popular that the owner opened two ------- bakeries

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Ms. Crofton has been successful at every position she has held ------- graduating from university

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What's the name of the man_______son died?

Billy, come and give me a hand with cooking.

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The spreadsheet ------- data on retail sales  during the fourth quarter is attached

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I wanted to impress Juliet, so I _________myself in music by her favorite band.

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Geographically, Poland is in the very centre of Europe - we could say that it is in the __________of Europe

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The grand opening of the gift shop will coincide _______ the winter festival so residents can begin their holiday shopping

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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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------ 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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The rear entrance to RC Bank will be closed for repairs and not -------next Monday

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He was presented with a gold watch in recognition ________________ (= to show respect for) his years as club secretary

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We hope to ------- an agreement with Mason Cooper, Inc., within the next week.

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:

Some newspapers are often guilty of distorting the truth just to impress readers with sensational news stories.

Tom: “Was John at the party when you arrived?” – Linda: “No, he ______ home.”

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I wish you ___________ so loudly when I’m trying to concentrate

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Nam was absent from class yesterday__________he felt sick.