As is known to all his friends, ______ would over discourage him because he would never  give up his dream to be a director.

Half of _____surveyed in 16 countries say they go first to their closest friend to share their deepest wishes and darkest fears.

More than 100 students have entered for the competition and        gains the most points will be the winner

—-I’ve invited Jim and Lucy to go with us.
—____people? I ____you planned the trip only for us two.

—Could I smoke here?
—I’d prefer _______if you don’t smoke in front of the children.

I haven’t read ____ of the articles carefully, but I find that there is a striking similarity between them.

--How much pepper did you put in the soup?
--I'm sorry to say, ____. I forget.

_________ it takes many years to gain the skills of an expert.

No agreement was reached in the discussion as neither side would give way to ______.