Having got up late this morning, Mike ran as fast as he could _______ to catch the bus.
I have no desire other than to lead a quiet life, ______ from anxiety.
When the Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami(海啸), the worst—ever natural disasters, happened, the people there _____ heavy losses.
Lily regretted ______ to Mary’s birthday party last Sunday.
Mrs. Taylor has an 8-year-old daughter who has a(n) ______ for painting—she has won two national prizes.
Little Tom admitted ______ in the examination, ______ the teacher his word that he wouldn’t do that again.