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Many sociologists believe that ________, as people in desperate situations resort to illegal activities. (Hint: Crime & poverty)
poverty breeds crime
Before the marathon, she made sure to have a ________ for energy. (Hint: A large meal)
substantial meal
The room was ________ when the power went out. (Hint: Complete darkness)
pitch black
Her new job ________ on her time, leaving her exhausted. (Hint: Requires a lot from her)
make demands on
After a long day at work, she ________ and relaxed with a book. (Hint: Bath & relaxation)
run a bath
He ________ that neglecting his studies led to poor grades. (Hint: Learning from experience)
learn the hard way
We ________ to fix the old car, but nothing worked. (Hint: Every possible method)
try every possible way
His initial anger ________ understanding after she explained the situation. (Hint: Replaced by something else)
give way to
The dog kept ________ while I was trying to clean the house. (Hint: Hindering someone’s actions)
get in sb's way
She let her boyfriend ________, making all her decisions for her. (Hint: Being controlled by someone)
lead sb by the nose
After a long hike, he complained of ________ in his legs. (Hint: Minor discomforts)
aches and pains
The doctor prescribed medication ________ his back pain. (Hint: Reduce pain)
to alleviate pain
Applying ice helped ________ from the injury. (Hint: Reduce pain severity)
to lessen pain
The headache finally ________ after she took some medicine. (Hint: Pain gradually decreases)
pain subsides
He was ________ after falling off his bicycle. (Hint: Extreme pain)
to be racked with pain
I had a ________ with my neighbor about the upcoming festival. (Hint: A short conversation)
have a brief chat
