His promise ______ he would give away half of the year's income to the disabled turned out a lie, ______ made the public feel cheated.
His failure in the exam was expected. ________, it was still very disappointing.
My uncle, who _______ in Paris for 6 years, now teaches French in a famous domestic university.
— Mr. Smith never means what he says.I dislike him. — ______________, as the saying goes.
— Do you mind if I close the window? — _______. We should let in more fresh air.
The man should be excused because he caused the damage _______.