My colleagues encouraged me__________(apply) for promotion.
to apply
The judge kept an open__________and based her verdict on the evidence presented.
mind
Does she dislike_________(be) in crowds?
being
I loved__________(ask) for my opinion.
being asked
While Liam looked the part, his ideas on how to turn the company around and make it a big success were far from_________.
convincing
If you imagine yourself in someone else’s shoes, you may start to appreciate a whole new_____________on life.
perspective
There’s no point trying to change Bev’s opinions. She’s incredibly______________and inflexible in her thinking and is never open to new ideas.
narrow-minded
It’s considered impolite_______(not apologise).
not to apologise
She was interested in__________(learn) more about the problems of homelessness.
learning
If you truly believe that Robin’s plan will sink the company, you can’t__________ on the fence. You have to say something
sit
Just take anything Derek says with a pinch of salt; he loves_____________devil’s advocate just to create a heated discussion
playing
He mentioned________(go) to that library in the past.
having been
Look, there’s nothing wrong with________your mind but sometimes you really should try to be more tactful!
speaking
Although she’d initially gone along with her friend’s idea of doing a bungee jump, Jane began to have second_________when they were standing on the bridge the following day.
thoughts
It’s unusual_____________(not hear) from her.
not to hear
We regret_______(tell) you that the train has been cancelled.
to tell
Were they pleased__________(hear) your news?
to hear
Let’s not_____________about the bush. You have ruined the company’s reputation and we have lost faith in your integrity.
beat
They were hoping__________(get) free tickets for the concert.
to get
The documentary on social conditions in parts of the country really was___________________. I hadn’t expected it to be so revealing or shocking, to be honest.
eye-opening
Dealing with other people’s__________________about depression added to Lee’s anxiety when he returned to work.
preconceptions