Pressed from his parents, and ______ that he has wasted too much time, the boy is determined to stop playing video games.

China is known __ ____ greatly in terms of its cultural values over the past few years.

We’ve had a good start, but next, more work needs _____to achieve the final success.

It is suggested that all these gifts be mailed immediately _________ in time for Christmas.

“Hope for the best and prepare for the worst” is a proverb,_______life is beautiful and full of frustrations as well.

_________ their hats into the air， the fans of the winning team let out loud shouts of victory.

Shirley stood in the empty room, ______ so lonely for the first time.

Since her only child passed away a few years ago, family has been a ________ topic for her.

A Nepal plane crashed in bad weather, ________ all 18 on board.

The couple is considering     a 3D TV set for their new flat, which is widely considered to be in fashion．