The fire made _____ difficult to rescue the people trapped under the ruins in the earthquake.
In spite of his ________ to be a scholar in that field, he is not well equipped with that talent.
One reason ______ Billy Crystal is popular with all age groups is _______ he is quick thinking and has the ability to amuse the audience.
The audience _______ as they waited for the comedian to come on the stage.
We wanted to purchase the house, but couldn’t ________ the money.
Without permission, no one ______ let out the news.