______ the news, so far, has been good, there may be bad days ahead.
The branches could hardly _____ the weight of the fruit.
The government has lost a great deal of _____ because of the large increase in food pries.
This watch is _____ to all the other watches on the market.
Arrogance and pride are similar in meaning, but there is _____ difference between them.
We made plans for a visit but _____ difficulties with the car prevented it.