After retirement, Mr. Smith ______ painting, which he had always loved but had not had time for.
With so much noise of the traffic, I couldn’t ______ and do my research work.
He found his house broken into and many things stolen _______ his return from office.
He managed what ___a smile of satisfaction though it was an unexpected result that came out..
It’s very funny that many people who lose weight gain it back after some time and end up back __________ they started.
--- Why do you suggest we buy a new machine?--- Because the old one has been damaged ___________.