He'll never change his mind. It's absolutely ____________ trying to argue with him. (POINT)

Write an appropriate noun in each of the gaps below to complete the word partnerships. a labour-saving ________ (device ; knife ; toothbrush ; appliance)

Despite her initial concerns, she was reassured that the operation would be ____________. (PAIN)

When I was younger, I rarely ever put pen to paper, not even to say 'thank you' for presents sent by _____________ relatives. (THOUGHT)

Road accidents are very often caused by drivers' ____________ at the wheel. (CARE)

Write an appropriate noun in each of the gaps below to complete the word partnerships. a disposable ________ (toothbrush ; steamer ; oven ; control)

The Government announced plans yesterday to tackle the problem of ____________. (HOME)

Before Hillary and Tensing reached the peak in 1953 there had been several ____________ attempts to conquer Everest. (SUCCESS)

Until my eldest brother went to university his life had been rather dull and ____________. (EVENT)

Write an appropriate noun in each of the gaps below to complete the word partnerships. a clothes ________ (device ; steamer ; appliance ; machine)

The Prime Minister handled the situation extremely ____________ and managed to avoid a scandal. (SKILL)

Write an appropriate noun in each of the gaps below to complete the word partnerships. a domestic ________ (device; control ; machine ; appliance)

One of the worst ______________ for me of writing by hand was always the ______________ of knowing that people would be able to see and criticize my untidy handwriting and careless spelling. (ADVANTAGE / EMBARRASS)