The bag has lots of things in it, ______ an old dictionary.
If he refuses to _____ my plan, I can probably find someone more cooperative.
The boy had a _____ escape when he ran across the road in front of the bus.
Do you mind if I _____ with my work while you are getting tea ready.
I left for the office earlier than usual this morning _____ traffic jam.
The finance minister has not been so _____ since he raised taxes to such a high level.