My grandma has arthritis so her joins are s _ _ _ _ _ _
swollen
If you want to meet more people, you should take up/off a new hobby.
up
Oh my god, it's so hot! It's such a sticky/crisp day.
sticky
I'm not tired after work today. I even/hardly worked, to be honest.
hardly
Although he was present at the scene of the crime, he pleaded/accused innocent to it.
pleaded
Even though Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars, he was awarded/charged the prize.
awarded
The famous politician was accused of b _ _ _ _ _ _. He's been taking money for his help.
bribery
Don't talk back/against to me when the only thing I've been trying to do is to help you!
back
A very strong wind --> a g _ _ _
gale
If the tide comes in, we'll be stranded on these rocks. What does 'stranded' mean?
blocked, unable to leave from somewhere
John tends to act on his own i _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ . He won’t ask for help unless he’s really stuck.
initiative
The majority of voters are in favour _____ paying lower taxes.
of