This plan outlines the topics ............... plan to discuss at this afternoon’s staff meeting.

Most banks are ................... to loan money to small businesses and that is the big reason for the recession in this country.

She accepted the job because the salary was high.

He __________ having sent the anonymous letter.

Transportation costs amidst rising oil prices and environmental issues are among the toughest ................ for Partridge Farms and Maple Orchard Mills.

Since the supply is ...................., all customers are encouraged to make orders as soon as possible.

Choose the correct answer in each sentence.

For the payment   ________________ last week, the necessary state and federal taxes must be paid by the recipient.

The research team ................. several policies on how sensitive issues should be tackled.

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------- buildings in a neighborhood can lead to a net loss of property values for nearby homeowners.

 ____________ that the company has shown rapid growth in the last two ears.

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Sarah: Your pictures are beautiful.
Brendon: We ……………….. more if we had not run out of film

Although he took a taxi, Bill arrived late for the concert.

When their rent increased from $200 to $400 a month, they protested against such a tremendous increase.

John often says he ......... boxing because it  .............  a cruel sport.

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

The promise of jobs and prosperity pulls people to cities.

Lohman added that staff members have made significant changes to the reservation system, and the ............. system will increase customer satisfaction.

Indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in the following question.

Artificial intelligence can be utilized in carrying out repetitive and time-consuming tasks efficiently.

Epsilon Mining Corp. plans to .......... stock from the companies they supply with raw materials.

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Providing low-interest loans to small businesses is a key _____________   of the recovery plan.

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--------- the difference between the two brands is small, most consumers purchase the cheaper one.

A few vehicles were ................. damaged by the recent hailstorm and will have to be replaced immediately.