‘I should have turned back prior to the start of the storm,’ said Aisha. (REGRETTED) Aisha ________ the storm started.

Richard didn’t let anyone help him plan the party, but it was a great success. (INSISTENCE) The party was a great success __________ it by himself.

Hakim decided to start tackling climbs that increased in difficulty each time. (INCREASINGLY) Hakim decided to start taking _____________ climbs.

It is never possible to cancel bookings just before the event. (SHORT) Bookings cannot ________ under any circumstances.

Jiang was out of his tent earlier than usual this morning, so maybe the loud birdsong woke him up! (MIGHT) Jiang was out of his tent earlier than usual this morning, so he ________ the loud birdsong!

I was expecting the route to be far harder than this. (TOUGH) The route isn’t _________ thought it would be.

Maria was in a hurry to check out of the hostel, but immediately after leaving, she realised she’d forgotten her camera.(SOONER) Maria was in a hurry to check out of the hostel, but ____________ she realised she’d forgotten her camera.

Luisa did what she promised in spite of the difficulties she faced. (WORD) Luisa succeeded __________ although it was difficult for her.

I don’t think Ben ever intended to accompany me on the cycling trip. (INTENTION) I don’t think Ben _____________ me on the cycling trip.

None of the other comedians were anywhere near as funny as Max. (FAR) Max was __________ comedian in the show.

I worked all day and all night for the first time in my life. (CLOCK) I had ________ before.

The prevention of further damage to the ancient monument is vital. (UTMOST) We must __________ further damage to the ancient monument.