1. to decrease the volume or strength of something (volume, heat, etc.) 2. to reject an offer They _______ _______ our proposal.

to discard; to put an end to "They ____ _____ _____ bonuses last year because their profits were so low."

to decline (usually something good) Don't ____ _____ on this great opportunity. Place your order today.

ask many people the same question

to organize or resolve a problem There was some confusion with the schedule. No one is sure who is on call this weekend. We're calling a meeting to _______ it _______.

to leave a hotel or to look at something or someone

to understand; to find the answer "I can't _____ _____ why the printer isn't working. I've tried everything, and it still won't work."

to come without an appointment; to visit briefly "John ________ ____ my office to talk about last month's sales figures."

to support

to eventually reach, do, or decide "At first I thought I wanted to be an accountant. Then, I studied finance. I _____ ____ getting my degree in management, though."

to return a phone call

to check; examine Could you ____ ______ this report to make sure there are no mistakes?

to arrive and register at a hotel or airport