It's reported that by the end of this month the output of cement in the factory _____ by about 10%.
I knew that the lady _____ Bill when she spoke of a bright young fellow.
I could have turned to Mr. Smith for help, but he ______ too busy then.
The speaker is giving a rather _______ speech, as I can judge from the _______ look on the listeners.
He promised to do what he ______ sure of _______.
That was all ______ could do in such a poor financial situation.