Our personalities result from the complex [play] between our genes and our environment

The book will provide a [stimulate] to research in this very important area.

She takes pride in stating her political [convince].

The tabloid feature bizarre and [speculate] theories

He admits, [guard], that he does enjoy writing

The French were completely [play] by the Russian team

He was accused of being involved in shady financial [deal].

'to not allow something bad to affect your behaviour or upset you': He rose _____ the criticism he received after his performance in the last match and returned to try his best in training again.

Why is the media so [OCCUPY] with the love lives of politicians?

The professor initiated a [stimulate] discussion between the students.

Several rioters were [force] removed from the town square.

'To attempt to get power or get into a better position than other people using any methods you can': Since the death of the president, opposition parties and the army have been jockeying ____ power