The balloon began to _____ as more and more air was pumped into it. 
随着越来越多的空气被泵入，气球开始_____。

We demand some _______ proof of our hard work in the form of statistical data, a product or a financial reward. 

The new law ______ that all public buildings be equipped with accessible facilities for the disabled. 

Presently this kind of antidepressant is still in clinical ______, even though the concept has been around since 1900s. 

People with weak immune systems have a greater _____ to infections. 

Every year more than 1,000 patients in Britain die on transplant waiting lists, ______ scientists to consider other ways to produce organs. 

 Driving at a high speed in a residential area is a ______ behavior that can endanger the lives of many people. 

The company sent out a _____ letter to potential customers, asking them to consider their new products. 

Most colds are acquired by children in school and then ____ to adults. 

The ____ efforts of the research team finally led to a major breakthrough in the project. 

The arrays were placed directly on the brains of a volunteer with epilepsy whose skull had already been opened to measure _____ electrical signals that trigger seizures. 

Before leaving on vacation, it’s important to _____ so that there are no problems when you’re away. 

After suffering a major setback, the company managed to ______ stronger than before. 

The long-term stress of his job took a heavy ____ on his death.

The committee decided to ______ an emergency meeting to discuss the crisis. 

He suffered from _____ for a long time, which made him look pale and tired during the day. 

After the long holiday, employees often feel _____ and have difficulty concentrating on their work.

In this simple recipe, adding too many spices would make them _____. 

After the business trip, employees need to submit relevant receipts for _____ to cover their expenses. 

Employers have a legal obligation to pay ____ to their workers for injuries. 

When planning a project, you must ____ all possible risks. 

Growth factors can act as a powerful _____ for cell proliferation and tissue repair. 

The enzyme that can _____ glucose into glycogen is glycogen synthase. 

It is increasingly believed among expectant parents that prenatal education of classical music can _____ future adults with appreciation of music. 

 The _______ employees organized a meeting to voice their complaints about the new working conditions. 

The company will _____ its employees fairly for their hard work and dedication. 

The presence of certain antibodies in the bloodstream can _____ the growth of bacteria, thereby helping the body fight off infections. 

The ______ for his life insurance policy is due at the end of this month. If he doesn’t pay it on time, his coverage will be affected. 

The company’s ______ business operations have earned it a good reputation in the market. 

 In any event, lethal injections are under federal _____. 

Blind, deaf and mentally _____ children are sent to special education schools. 

She threatened legal action against the newspaper for _____ of copyright. 

 ________his good record, the police accepted defense. 

The argument between the two patients became so fierce that the doctor had to ____.

The architect plans to _____ modern design elements ____ the traditional building style. 

Despite facing many difficulties and setbacks, the _____ athlete never gave up and continued to train hard. 

The ______ support from the community made the organizers of the charity event feel truly grateful. 

 Long-term _____ of sleep can have a serious impact on a person’s physical and mental health. 

Some people have a(n)______ attitude towards new technologies, blindly accepting them without considering their potential drawback. 

She ____ doing the dishes because it’s a boring and repetitive chore. 

The customs officers will carefully ______ every package to check for illegal items. 

 In this _____, we have to consider all possible outcomes.

In order to apply for this scholarship, you must be a(n) _____ student with excellent academic performance and good behavior. 

Studies reveal that exposure to low-level radiation for a long time may weaken the immune system, _____aging, and cause cancer. 

With its graceful movements and salubrious effects on health, Tai Chi has a strong _____ to a vast multitude of people. 

There was a _____ atmosphere in the room as the group huddled together, whispering and casting fugitive glances. 

After a long and tiring day at work, he became very ____ and snapped at his family members for no reason. 

The fact that so many people have posted comments on this topic shows how _____ and complicated it is. 

Let’s consider a ______ situation where humans could live on Mars. 

The box in the attic was filled with _____ items such as old photos, small toys, and broken watches. 
阁楼上的盒子里装满了诸如旧照片、小玩具和坏掉的手表之类的_____物品。