He’s never lost a day’s work through illness. He’s as _____ as old boots.
Little ______ that we were watching his every move,so he seemed to be going his own way in this business.
Seeing the world-famous pianist standing in front of her, the young pianist ______ a cry of joy and surprise.
Upon reaching an/a ______ age, children are encouraged, but not forced, to “leave the nest”.
My sister, ______ for months to find a job as a teacher, finally took a position in Wenzhou Daily.
The report was not concrete and in a way lacked persuasion, but ______, I felt it is fair.