I just managed to（）a quick breath before I was pulled under the water by the passing boats.

People appreciate（）with him because he has a good sense of humor.

Anne（）from outside her home last Wednesday.

I could not persuade him to accept it,（）make him see the importance of it.

I expected a bigger payment, but I suppose you have to be（）for small mercies.

He never（）to read the news but turned at once to the crossword puzzle on the last page.

The weakening housing market continued to take its（）on the industry.

Shall we request the chairman（）our suggestion again?

He（）for military service against the wishes of his parents.

Since we can't hear you at the back of the hall, you'll have to（）your voice.