1. I'm afraid that it won't be possible _____.

2. She remembered the correct address only _____ she had posted the letter.

3. My attempt to pass the exam was _____ . I failed badly.

4. Dick usually goes to exhibitions _____ his teacher.

5. You'd better set off ten minutes early _____ there is a lot of traffic.

6. Mike was the _____ in his family; all his brothers were much taller.

7. I wish they _____ change their minds so often!

8. He has always been fond _____ games.

9. as rich as _____ = extremely rich.

10. The examiners had to _____ half the candidates.

11. She _____ me all about her new job when we meet next Thursday.

12. "You can't have this football back _____ you promise not to kick it at my cat again."

13. Before I decided to buy a plane ticket I _____ to the head of the travel agency.

14. The farmer was very angry _____ the dogs chasing his sheep.

15. The manager expected the team _____ because they hadn't done enough training.

16. We are fortunate _____ having sufficient supplies of fuel for the winter.

17. According to the doctor, there's absolutely nothing the _____ with you.

18. It's strange. His sisters are blonde, _____ he is very dark.

19. The _____ of gold has fallen slightly in the last year.

20. You must _____ that your safety belt is fastened.

21. She is very quick _____ figures.

22. I'm not familiar _____ this part of the city.

23. We were surprised _____ the news of his arrival.

24. It was very kind _____ you to help me with my luggage.

25. They have lived in this house _____ 1990.