I don't like all these gadgets; I think they are just money down the __.

The detectives ignored the petty crimes in the area because they had __, such as murders.

That company is __; they closed all of their stores last year.

Mike __ when he failed all his exams.

I am __ to migraine headaches; I get one at least once a month.

Although I was eager to tell the truth, I had to __ my horses till the time was right.

The __ awarded the plaintiff with a large settlement.

Debbie's perfect skin was __ .

The heavyweight champion was an __ fighter.

The __ use of the local stone as a building material has given the buildings of this area a uniform appearance.

The blood __ as it began to dry around the wound.

It is illegal to __ against someone because of his or her age.

__ from forty countries attended the summit.

The __ of the law prevent police from deciding on a suspect's punishment.

Let's __ these figures and see if they add up.

The __ sets limits for greenhouse gas emissions. The President and the Prime Minister signed it today.

There's definitely a lack of __ in our town.

I've always found him to be a __ and kind-hearted person.

Pearl Harbor was __ to attack because it was approachable from any direction.

The bullies __ the new kids at school.

Jessica received an official note which stated that she was required to give a __.

Getting a degree __ a lot of hard work.