Whenever we are to walk on the ice, ________ that it is solid and thick enough.

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Where can I tie the horse?

Oh, you can tie it to ________ of the trees.

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We ________ trying to get all the information we need before the end of the week.

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We happen to be of ________ age, and we all go in for ________ American football.

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I said it ________ as a joke. Don't take it serious.

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I have no ________ to find with your work.

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How is my coat? I don't think the colors of the coat and hat ________.

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The salary ________ to you will be paid the day after tomorrow.

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________ turn color and fall to the ground is a sign of winter.

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I know this sort of work ________ skill and speed.

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