I tried every _____ to make him give up smoking.
The old worker _______ a very practical plan at the meeting yesterday, but it was turned down by the manager.
— Were you caught in the heavy rain this morning? — Yes, I was. _______ had I left home than it began to rain dogs and cats.
As citizens of our country, it is our duty and responsibility to _______ the legal rights of our own in the election.
Many experts agree that once these treasures are _______ to the air, great harm will be done to them. So they think it better not to unearth the treasures.
— You know what I mean? — ______. Could you please repeat that?