It was a matter of________ would take the position.
27.After his wife died, he kept himself _____ from other people and the outside world,
26.— Why is little Jimmy so naughty today? — He is bored, so he _____ a little silly.
25.— Real Madrid is sure to win the match! — It's hard to say.You know, anything _____ happen even in the last minute.
24.Thomas set off, leaving word with his daughter _____ he would come back soon.
23.Our train was two hours ______ because of strong winds and heavy rains.