Scientists can do nothing but shake their heads at the _____ claims that the earth is flat.

We must clear away the _____ of false ideas from our minds and take a long, hard look at reality.

Generally, ____ behavior on the football field is more effective in drawing penalties than gaining ground.

As usual, there are plenty of talkers, but the supply of doers is _____.

I forgot to put a water protectant sealant on my deck, so after the heavy storm the wood had ____.

The prosecutor may offer you _____ for your crimes if you provide information that helps the police locate the real killer.

Clara’s lifelong dream is to start a program that grants ____ to citizens from other war-torn countries.  

______ viewers of the television show repeatedly watch their favorite episodes.

I support the team captain because of her _____ leadership she has given the team during this difficult and long season.

After Claire lost the class election, her friends _____ her by bringing her cupcakes and watching her favorite movie to help her feel better.

When you start writing about aliens and technological advancements in fiction stories, you are entering the ____ of science fiction.

In spite of all his wealth, I noticed that the penny-pincher did not offer to _____ us for our expenses.

I would not agree to run for public office before receiving _____ of support from important groups in the community.

An unwillingness to listen to suggestions from others is a grave _____ in a leader.

No doubt the instructor knows a great deal about ecology, but is there any need for her to ____ on threats to the environment at such great length?

How quickly interest in the program _____ when students realize that is calls for so much work!

In order to meet stricter industry standards, manufactures will have to _____ new systems for quality control.

Even though Justin considers himself to be very smart financially, he lost over a million dollars when his last _____ failed.

I like humor as well as anyone, but I don't believe in being ____ on such a solemn occasion.