I’m certain David’s told you his business trouble. ________, it’s no secret that he owes a lot of money to the bank..

Lily seems to know a lot about Hong Kong, but      she has never been there.

He is tearing up what he has written _______ and beginning over again.

John plays football _______, if not better than, David.

After the heavy snow, many students helped to clear away the snow ______ in our school.

The 18 college students in Fudan University should           show their greatest respect to their hero — Zhang Ninghai instead of being cold and unfeeling.

In order to save time, I will __________ mention the events that happened last night to refresh your memories before the discussion.

I don’t like her face;        , she smokes, which is something I hate.

There was a long queue for coffee. Having waited for 10 minutes, we ____ gave up.

It may rain, but I shall go out_________.