Fill The Gap
I don't think ........ is a good idea to rush into making a decision without thinking of the consequences.
it
I wish you hadn't told me that about him. It puts me in a difficult ...........
position / spot / fix / quandary
position
The two friends formed a strong business ........ to sell books. PARTNER
partnership
She doesn't know him personally - he's actually a friend .......... a friend of hers.
of
Although he held some strong opinions he eventually had to back ..... and admit he was wrong
down
The two twins are identical. It's impossible to tell ........ from the other.
one
When he was presented with a prize for his latest book he was lost for ...........
words / speech / thoughts / talk
words
Security will need to give you ..... before you enter the building. CLEAR
clearance
The ongoing negotiations could result ... a major breakthrough
in
You need to check ..... at the hotel reception before being given your key.
in
The plan has .......... found to have several weaknesses.
been
I didn't mean to lose my temper with you. I just got .......... away for a minute.
lost / moved / taken / carried
The film was praised by the critics for its ........ in showing the horrors of war. REAL
realism
Please refrain ...... making personal phone calls in the open-plan office.
from
I was near Jackie's house this morning so I dropped .......... for a chat.
in / by
I really .......... like going out at weekends. It's so nice to forget about work.
do
The applicant looks suitably qualified for the job. What's .......... he's fluent in two foreign languages.
greater / more / extra / additional
more
The foundations of the building need ..... .STRONG
strengthening
Preparations for the annual festival are already .... way.
under
I had a huge argument with my best friend yesterday but I'm hoping it will blow .......... in a couple of days.
over
You .......... have known he'd be late. He never turns up on time for anything.
should / must
The doctor made a mistake with the medicine she prescribed. .........., she was never questioned about this error.
although / nevertheless / despite / since
nevertheless
I do fifty ..... of the pool every morning. WIDE
widths
All procedures were carried out ... accordance ... safety regulations.
in...with
The caller waited impatiently while the receptionist tried to put her .......... to the office.
through