When the smoke cleared, it was __________ that my chemistry experiment had failed.

Renaldo understood that proper training was __________ if he hoped to compete in the marathon.

When his favorite sneakers began to __________, Steve patched them with duct tape.

The moon soon __________ from behind the clouds.

Aisha's __________ about the shell's origin set everyone searching for evidence of an ancient lake.

After being tackled, Marnie regretted her __________ to run onto the field during the game.

Since Quentin woke up so late, it was __________ that he would miss his bus.

Sue"s __________ nature makes her appear uninterested in other people's ideas.

No matter what time an event starts, Georgianna is __________ late.

The magician tried to __________ the audience into thinking his hands were empty.

An enormous redwood tree __________ the campers' view of the lake.

In his closing remarks, Enrico was able to __________ every point made by the opposing debate team.

Whenever he watched the old videotape, Jiro could almost feel himself __________ to childhood.

When Salvador got to class, he realized he had to return to his locker to __________ his textbook.

Laura's __________ attitude spread through the whole group, and soon everyone was sulking.

Waldo's ever-present baseball cap was __________ evidence of his affection for the Yankees.

Eager to hire a good plumber, Rhia was careful to __________ all of the recommendations.