For those with family members far away, the personal computer and the phone are important in staying________.
The former Olympic champion was ______ in the quarterfinals last night when he lost 0-2 at home.
The workers agreed to ______ the strike if the company would satisfy their demands for better salaries and working conditions.
Wage increases to a certain level will probably help to ______ the average consumers from the effects of higher prices.
These articles______ the problems of the modern world, including race relations and community development.
Urban crowdedness would be greatly relieved if fares ______ on public transport were more reasonable.