_________ the progress of science and technology, the discomfort of old age will no doubt always be with us.

As time went by, the plan stuck ______ fairly practical.

Nowhere else along the coast _______ so far from land.

While listening carefully, the students______ what their teacher said. 

Let Harry play with your toys as well, Clare, you must learn to ________.

The precious paintings were hopelessly______ by long exposure in the cold, damp garage.

Armed with rich knowledge you have learnt, you can _____ to have an interview for the manager’s job.

--- You didn’t have a good time at the party?
---- No, I ______ a lot from the noise made by the band.

We tried to find a table for seven, but they were all _______.

The lemon looks dry, but you may be able to _______a few drops.