It was the first time in a year and a half that I _____ the night face to face.

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1. It was the first time in a year and a half that I'd seen the night ________ _______ _________.
2. Another time five months ago, I ______ _______ ______upstairs at dusk when the window was open.
3. Today ______ ______ _______ people learning English in China is increasing rapidly.
4. Although she didn't know the best way of getting to places, she insisted that she ______ the trip
    properly.
5. Once she has made up her mind, nothing can change it. Finally, I had to ______ _____.