There were very ______________________ people at the party when we arrived but half an hour later, it was crowded.

Madrid is a wonderful city but it has fewer parks _______ London which is a shame because of the hot and sunny weather there.

Go down this street for about three blocks, then turn right when you __________ the crossroads.

What a strange looking dog! Do you know what ___________ it is?

The city is pretty safe although you may have some problems if you go into certain neighbourhoods ________ night.

Arthritis is a very painful _____________ that affects not only the old but also many younger people making many everyday activities difficult.

I am not angry at you because you failed the exam but because I don't think you tried your best. Sometimes, it seems as though you don't even _______ an effort and would prefer to ride around the neighbourhood on your bike!

____________ the cold outside, she insisted on only wearing a light t-shirt.

I wish you wouldn't make ___________ so many stories. I never know when to believe you!

He said he couldn't come to the meeting because of a previous engagement but I think he is just ____________ excuses.

First you will need to go to the post office, _________ you can buy all the stamps and envelopes you need.

You were driving at over fifty miles _________ hour and the limit here is only forty.