1. They have announced their engagement but they haven't _____ a date for their wedding yet.

2. After years of living with friends, Geoffrey decided it was time to __________ a home of his own.

3. The group __________ early in the morning to climb the treacherous peak.

4. I __________ this morning to clean the garden but was interrupted by the rain.

5. Technical problems __________ us __________ two weeks on the construction project.

6. It took Jill months to __________ her new home after moving from the city.

7. Carl was not the type to __________, so his announcement that he was going to marry soon took everyone by surprise.

8. You must choose __________ the two options carefully before making a final decision.

9. He chose a book __________ the ones on the shelf and started reading.

10. Our company collaborates __________ several international partners to develop new technology.

11. She finds it hard to cope __________ pressure at work during the peak season.

12. The teacher explained the rules __________ the students clearly before the exam started.

13. Please listen __________ what I am saying; this is very important.

14. He mentioned the problem __________ the manager yesterday during the break.

15. The accident occurred __________ midnight on a deserted highway.

16. She pointed __________ the mistake in my report so that I could fix it.

17. I prefer tea __________ coffee in the morning as it's more refreshing.

18. They are preparing __________ the final exam which will take place next Monday.

19. Wearing helmets can prevent people __________ serious injuries in case of an accident.

20. He referred __________ the document several times during the business meeting.

21. The long discussion finally resulted __________ a new agreement between the two firms.

22. The doctor said his illness resulted __________ years of chronic stress.

23. My manager asked me to __________ back to her after the seminar finishes.

24. The woman __________ her dissatisfaction to the builder for not having the house ready on time.

25. The politician refused to __________ on the new tax laws during the press conference.