If the severe storm hits the area as expected, the store's owner will ___ delay the grand opening ceremony.

Thanks to strong revenues during its first year, Freshtime Bakery was able to pay off the ___ it incurred to cover opening costs.

Although the monthly salaries at Metz Tech are below average, the staff is ___ in other ways.

If the packages are not tied properly and securely, they will fall ___ when moved by the shipping team.

Housing prices in the city are still ___ more expensive than those in the suburb, but the commuting time is more reasonable.

The ___ submitted to the publisher was considered a possible best-seller due to its intriguing plot and charming characters.

As the banners were needed ___, the customer opted to pay extra for the express printing service.

Hickory Restaurant had no choice but to discard all food that was in the refrigerator during the 4-hour power ___.

Be sure to leave ___ time to thoroughly clean the apartment.