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1. Bridget is a cheerful and [agreeable] friend. 2. By the time we arrived at Duane's house, the party was [in full swing]. 3. Dennis can be really [nasty] when he is in a bad mood. 4. Is this movie based on a real-life [incident]? 5. You can always [count on] Alex to help you when you...

1. Bridget is a cheerful and [agreeable] friend. 2. By the time we arrived at Duane's house, the party was [in full swing]. 3. Dennis can be really [nasty] when he is in a bad mood. 4. Is this movie based on a real-life [incident]? 5. You can always [count on] Alex to help you when you are having trouble with something. 6. The colour of the shirt will [fade] after you wash it a few times. 7. It is such a beautiful day. Would you like to go for a(n) [spin] to the park? 8. Please do not [treat] me badly just because you had a bad day at work. 9. Julia and Zori were standing so close to me that I could [overhear] their conversation. 10. Those dogs are known to be [mean] and vicious. 11. My aunt has a(n) [mean] old cat that does not like anyone. 12. The burn left a(n) [nasty] scar on my arm. 13. Most children are taught to [treat] parents and teachers with respect. 14. The memories of our friendship will never [fade] from my memory. 15. Tasha was so quiet that no one noticed her [presence]. 16. Can I [count on] you to help me prepare food for the party? 17. Shay's boss [raised] his eyebrows when she came in to work on Monday with pink hair. 18. The dog [planted] itself next to its master's bed all night.4. I am going to the library after 19. Deon plans to [try out] for the soccer team, this year. 20. My sister and I used to [get into] fights about whose turn it was to take out the garbage. 21. Remember to [attire] yourself in comfortable clothing for your flight tomorrow morning. 22. Janna struggled to [stifle] a yawn during the boring lecture. 23. Expect a thick fog to [shroud] the city overnight. 24. The children were [fascinated] by the toys in the store window. 25. Ramy's company has [evolved] from a hobby into a successful business. 26. The beautiful river banks [captivate] many tourists every summer. 27. Alyce's most impressive quality is her [innate] kindness. 28. With [deft] fingers, my mother untangled my necklace. 29. Potatoes are [versatile] vegetables that can be used in a variety of dishes. 30. How can you [justify] spending so much money on a pair of shoes? 31. The painter has [exhibite] her work at galleries around the world. 32. Although the film has [received] much positive attention, it has not been nominated for any awards. 33. I hope that the teacher's strict guidelines for the assignment do not [stifle] our imagination. 34. The short story beautifully [captures] the feeling of being a carefree child. 35. Wang Yani usually begins a painting by [spilling] ink onto the paper. 36. Natalia is a(n) [gifted] teacher who respects her students. 37. How did you [manage] get tickets to the sold-out concert? 38. As someone who grew up in Puerto Rico, Alex was not [accustomed to] cold weather. 39. The campers took [shelter] from the rainstorm in a cave. 40. The gallery receives a(n) [steady] stream of visitors every day. 41. A rat's teeth are strong enough to [gnaw] through metal. 42. Carmen was overwhelmed by [depression] after her grandmother passed away. 43. Divers discovered a 400-year-old [shipwreck] off the coast of Spain. 44. Despite his argument, I am still not [convinced] that he is correct. 45. Advertisements often [entice] people to buy things that they do not really need. 46. Rainy days always [depress] me. 47. The country is experiencing a(n) [steadiness] of economic growth. 48. Dana is a(n) [gifte] but aggressive athlete. 49. Given the evidence, the jury was not [convinced] of his innocence. 50. A(n) [enticing] smell of freshly-baked bread came from the bakery. 51. Travellers in rural areas often [construct] huts for shelter. 52. I would someday love to [experience] the adventure of mountain climbing. 53. The feeling that I forgot to lock the door when I left the house has been gnawing [at] me all day. 54. In an ecosystem, predators [control] the population of prey. 55. I found it difficult to adjust [to] waking up so early in the morning again after my vacation ended. 56. It took me and Joaquin some time to [work out] the math problem. 57. I have been unable to [come up with] an idea for my photography assignment. 58. Trying to [bring up] three young children on your own is not easy. 59. After you [fill in] the form, please sign it at the bottom. 60. Ms. Peraza asked her students to [turn in] their assignments before leaving class. 61. Mark was offered money to [betray] his colleagues, but he didn't take it. 62. The government refuses to [negotiate] with the protesters. 63. I was [dismayed] when I found out that tickets to the concert were sold out. 64. Before I get married, I need to [pay off] my debts. 65. The firefighters were struggling to [retain] control of the fire. 66. I don't want to [boast], but I can speak five languages. 67. Gas lamps became [obsolete] when electric lighting was invented. 68. Joanna bears a strong [likeness] to her father. 69. I cannot afford to rent my own apartment on my [meager] income. 70. We invited Bill to dinner, but he chose to [decline]. 71. Reduce your credit card spending until you [pay off] your debt. 72. If the company is unable to [make] a big profit, employees may need to be fired. 73. The curtain closed as the play [came to] an end. 74. [Negotiating] a good deal doesn't always mean being able to get what you want. 75. We will have to [decline] your proposal for our company's retirement plan. 76. In spite of the rain, my cat Ziggy was [insistent] on going outside. 77. The dirt road became dry and [dusty] as it baked in the hot summer sun. 78. The corner of the classroom was [damp] where the roof had leaked. 79. Hurricane-force winds built up [giamp], powerful waves at sea. 80. I'm tired. Let's [head for] home. 81. The hotel fire forced the [evacuation] of all staff and guests. 82. From the top of the hill, you can [survey] the whole city. 83. [Remind] me to phone Sadia before I go out tonight. 84. Some predatory birds [hover] as they look for animals on the ground to eat. 85. A sudden gust of cold wind caused me to [shiver]. 86. The wildfire spread a(n) [hazy] of smoke over 200 miles. 87. I [insist] on paying for the damage to your car, since the accident was my fault. 88. Army helicopters were used to [evacuate] the injured. 89. Amanita felt cold and [shivery] despite the warm weather. 90. Clean the [dust] off of the table before our guests arrive. 91. It is important to always properly [put out] a campfire before leaving a campsite. 92. Do you need to [pack] a bag for your sleepover at your friend's house tonight? 93. Richie and Augustin decided to put their differences [aside] and cooperate. 94. I was putting on my coat to go out when I heard a(n) [knock] at the door. 95. Lyla managed to [jam] all of the groceries into one bag. 96. It is [possible] that mobile phones cause health problems. 97. It is [impossibe] to keep your eyes open while you sneeze. 98. I can't find my keys, even though I am [positive] that I left them on the table a few minutes ago. 99. Riese did not study for her biology test, so it is [doubtful] that she will pass it. 100. It is highly [unlikely] that we will get to the theatre on time because of the heavy traffic on the highway. 101. Coastal redwood trees are [enormous], with record specimens standing at 360 feet tall. 102. The flood waters finally began to [recede] in November. 103. The massive volcanic [eruption] could affect the climate of the whole planet. 104. Earthquakes can cause tsunamis, which can [devastate] coastal areas. 105. There was a long [interval] before Nick answered my question. 106. The [victim] of the car accident is expected to make a full recovery. 107. The [entire] east wing of the building was destroyed by the fire. 108. My headaches [occur] most often in the evening. 109. A wide range of stressful events in one's life may [trigger] depression. 110. The noisy traffic causes serious [disturbance] to the apartment's residents. 111. The powerful winds of the hurricane were almost strong enough to [knock] the weather reporter off her feet. 112. Our city [suffered] great losses during last year's wildfires. 113. In March 2011, the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in Japan [triggered] a tsunami that killed almost 16,000 people. 114. Scientists hope to eventually [set up] a global system to track earthquakes that could cause tsunamis. 115. Regular exercise will not only lower blood pressure, but may also [protect] against heart attacks. 116. The courageous knight [vanquished] the evil wizard and saved the kingdom. 117. My friend Andrew got to [witness] the Northern Lights during his trip to Iceland. 118. The story of the hidden treasure [intrigued] the explorers. 119. Having never eaten seafood before, the little girl was [reluctant] to try sushi. 120. Many doctors [claim] that eating dark chocolate can help to prevent heart disease. 121. The thieves remained [discreet] as they sneaked into the building. 122. I often [yearn] for the carefree days of my childhood. 123. Compared to the tiny fish, the whale was [immense]. 124. Mr. Schiff cannot [carry out] his duties due to illness. 125. Mara's [benevolent] aunt paid for her piano lessons. 126. I have three letters to [dictate] to the secretary. 127. Tanya's family continues to mourn her [departed] uncle. 128. The [immensity] of the fire damage left the family without a home or any of their possessions. 129. Keith tends to [exaggerate] his achievements to make himself seem more accomplished than he really is. 130. The chemical properties of some [ignitable] liquids make them dangerous fuels. 131. My puppy's [reluctance] to go downstairs makes it difficult for him to get around the house. 132. The dog's [histility] makes it a bad choice of pet for a family with children. 133. Because of the [benevolence] of their neighbours, the poor family is able to eat a homecooked meal every night. 134. In 330 A.D. Roman Emperor Constantine I [founded] the Byzantine Empire. 135. The knight [vanquished] his challenger and remained undefeated in battle. 136. The team must have the necessary resources if they are to [carry out] their mission successfully. 137. The airplane was shot down and the pilot was [taken] prisoner. 138. Just as magicians entertain audiences with magic tricks, writers [entertain] readers with words. 139. The wooden stakes [designate] the area of the building site. 140. It took almost two hours for firefighters to [release] the driver from the wreckage. 141. The forecasted storm will likely [disrupt] our travel plans. 142. Is there any chance that the [conflict] may be settled peacefully? 143. Did you make the cake [from scratch] , or did you buy it? 144. The breeze from the fan provided [temporary] relief from the intense heat. 145. [Primitive] humans made themselves tools out of rocks and bones. 146. The act allows police to [detain] suspects for up to 48 hours. 147. When I [assign] homework to my students, I expect them to complete it. 148. My grandfather spends his time gardening to the [exclusion] of all other hobbies. 149. Marcia and Jack are known for [getting involved] in conflicts during classroom debates. 150. The petition urges people to [join] the effort to ensure proper facilities for the new museum. 151. The governor is to [sgin] an executive order on renewable energy this week. 152. Whenever I bake a pie, I do not use a readymade pie crust, but instead begin [from scratch]. 153. Those who wish to [take over] a property must keep in mind that tenants already in residence have rights under their current leases.

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