His parents were concerned about his heavy smoking and___________ him for taking risks with his health.

The new administration considers it necessary to___________ its position and policy on the diplomatic disputes.

Players are likely to be___________ by the game’s slow pace and fishy subject matters.

The leader of the secret organization requires all members to take a（n） ________of allegiance.

While waiting for her interview, Sarah sat on the bench______ nervously with clasp of her handbag.

The new policy on sex discrimination is expected to ______ discrimination in employment.

I had no clue what he was trying to suggest because he just couldn’t______ the subject.

The delegates of the two countries started the disarmament talks after an exchange of___________.

The hawk___________ and soared away carrying a rabbit in its giant claws.

Hit by the recession, he lost his job and now has little___________ income.