I was able to ........ on some of my savings to pay for the holiday. (to make use of something that is in reserve or saved)

I've got so many things piling ... at work. I might have to work late to get things finished. (to accumulate)

The company are attempting to head ........ criticism of their recent poor performance by pointing out the difficult economic conditions worldwide. (to take action to avoid something unpleasant happening)

It was 9.00 when the train finally ........ in more than one hour late. (to arrive at the station)

I'm afraid I've got to leave work early. A problem's ........ up at home that I need to sort out. (to happen unexpectedly)

He's been ........ off school lately. I've seen him walking around the shopping centre. (To miss school or work without permission)

The pass mark was 60% and she just managed to ........ through with 61%. (to succeed by the narrowest of margins)

Susan and I have decided to ........ up. We haven't been getting on very well lately. (to end a relationship)

I've been a little bit concerned about him recently. He's been ........ around with some well known local criminals. (to spend time with people as a friend)

It was really strong cheese and ........ off this terrible smell that filled the whole house. (to send off a strong smell)

I wouldn't be ........ in by his story about being poor. He comes from a very wealthy background. (to deceive)

You should always try to ........ up before doing any exercise to avoid injuring yourself. (to prepare for exercise by doing a warm up routine)

Look! Can you stop ........ about and get down to some work please. (to behave in a stupid way especially when it wastes time)