His behavior is ____ great praise.

The best way to deal with problems at home is to talk things out calmly and honestly and try to reach a(an) ________.

Mr. Smith is not doing well; the doctor told us that several colds ________ his health.

Unemployment has come down slightly, but this does not ________ the fact that it is still a problem.

Many power stations have been modernized to give off less pollution, or they were moved further away from the living areas in order to ________ the damage.

Testing students by examinations has long been regarded as a reliable way to ________ students＇ ability.

They are such a(an) ________ family-they must have been shocked when their son dyed his hair pink.

Studies ________ that children who often take part in cooperative programs benefit a lot more than other children,

They got to know each other in their 20s and ________ they are still in close touch with each other.

Thousands of people were ________ at yesterday＇s strike, which caused great confusion.

The authorities promised to introduce an effective health service so that people do not need to spend too much money when they________.