She locked her room _____ a thief would break into it.
We’d better discuss everything _______ before we work out the plan.
Recently a survey _______ prices of the same goods in two different supermarkets has caused heated debate among citizens.
— You look upset. What’s the matter?— I had my proposal _______ again.
— Linda didn’t invite us to the party.— ______? I don’t care.
--- Are you still mad at her?---Not really, but I can’t ______ that her remarks hurt me.