Could I have a(n) ______ word with you, Mr. Thomas? It won’t take up too much of your time.
The year 1949 ________ the birth of a new country—the People’s Republic of China.
We’re in a stage ________ it’s still too early to say who will win the most votes and become the new President.
The young couple offered a ________ of $5,000 for information about their missing son.
Since this is the first time you have broken the law, you may be given a light _________.
If Joe’s wife won’t go to the party, _____________.