1.
------------ the climate in Portugal is generally very mild, it does occasionally snow in the north of the country during the winter months.
2.
Michael Curtis’s new operatic production has received ------------- reviews from the vast majority of local music critics.
3.
The general manager’s performance appraisal, ---------- is being conducted by an independent review panel, will be completed by the end of the month.
4.
According to several residents, the new —------- in apartment 17G have broken several apartment complex regulations.
5.
World-famous pianist Rosanna Bella will be --------- at the New York City Theater for one night only on March 23.
6.
In ------------- of the recent political scandal, the city mayor has decided not to stand for reelection next year.
7.
The night-shift supervisor should leave his office ----------- to check on the proceedings in the loading dock.
8.
Mr. Wilson called the real estate agent to inquire about the one-bedroom unit ------------ this morning’s Property Press.
9.
The courier’s website is currently ------------ construction, and is scheduled to become operational on November 17.
10.
Recent data shows that some parents are willing to spend ----------- much as $50,000 per year on their children’s education.
11.
Mr. William went well beyond the manager’s expectations of —---------- when he successfully landed the Melios Sportswear advertising contract.
12.
Should you ----------- any problems during the course of the flight, please inform a member of the cabin crew.
13.
Forecasters are ----------- that the weather this summer will be unseasonably cold and wet.
14.
The union representatives were unhappy at the Business Association’s attempt to exclude ---------- from the government committee on industrial development.
15.
The human resources manager is delighted with the exceptionally high ---------- of the applicants for the opening position.
16.
The newspaper reported that most of investors have profited greatly ---------- the recent surge in global stock markets.
17.
Harry Collins, who has been with the company for several years, is —----------- regarded as the most effective salesperson in the entire division.
18.
The foreign ministry is always striving to ---------- positive relations with our most important neighbors and trading partners.
19.
As it is becoming --------- difficult to predict trends in the markets, entrepreneurs need to run their businesses with more flexibility.
20.
Employment ------------ indicate that recent graduates are finding it harder to find entry-level positions at professional companies.