You _____ him the news; he knew it already.

The police still haven’t found her, but they’re doing all they _____.

It’s a very kind offer, but I really _____ accept it.

That car nearly hit me; I ______.

“I called you yesterday. A woman answered, but I didn’t recognize her voice.” “Oh, it _____ my aunt Jean.”

“I thought you wouldn’t mind.” “Well, as a matter of fact I don’t, but you _____ me first.”

—The research on the new bird flu virus vaccine is challenging and demanding. Who do you think can do the
job?
—____ my students have a try?

If Sanlu Group __________melamine to the milk, the babies ________ too much from kidney stones.

— Are you going to Lloyd’s birthday party on Friday?
— Only if it ______, he said he was having a picnic party.

—But those are size 44. You might need a smaller size.
—Yes, I ______ a bit of weight. I have been trying to lose weight!