Our bodies are strengthened by taking exercises. ________, our minds are developed by learning.

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In dealing with public relations，we should make every effort to prevent the ________ in personality.

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As we joined the big crowd I got ________ from my friends.

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“I'm sorry I stepped outside for a smoke. I was very tired.”

“There is no _______ for this while you are on duty.”

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After much _______, the shop owner agreed to cut down the price by 20％.

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I was so busy that I couldn’t ________ a holiday this summer.

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Taking an express train will ________ us some time. Let’s take an express train.

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I’m going to London and my sister’s coming ________.

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When I saw her ten years later, she ________ young and active.

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At the party, the host ________ us with milk, tea, cream, and cheese.

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