Having contracted a virus while traveling in his youth, Herman lived a generally healthy life ________ by bouts of severe illness.

The border agents have been order to ______ anyone without proper identification.

The runner needed to _________ her thirst before completing the last three miles of her circuit.

Strict parents will often ________ the independence of their children, causing problems for their children later in life.

Victoria had the ability to _____ audiences whenever she spoke; her ability to hold people's attention led her to a career in public speaking.

As parade participants, we sat _____ the float and waved at the crowds below.

I had to ______ my laughter at my friend's funny faces so the teacher wouldn't scold us.

A(n) ________ version of the story will do; there is no need to go into the minute details.

When we arrived at the county fair, we had to _______ ourselves from overindulging in all the junk food available.