I have never played table tennis before. This is the first time I ________ to play.
The word "allocated" in the passage mostly means "______".
He_______________us but he was short of money at the time.
The phrase "keeps sellers on their toes" in the passage mostly means "______".
Supporters of free-market globalization point out that_____________________ .
______ one of the most beautiful forms of performance art, ballet is a combination of dance and mime performed to music.
The boat was sailing north when a terrible storm_____________ .
Only one of our gifted students______to participate in the final competition.
In spite of her abilities, Laura has been_____________________ overlooked for promotion.
Education in many countries is compulsory________the age of 16.
Standing on the tip of the cape,____________________ .