The machine has been used many years. It’s no wonder that it doesn’t work well________.

His health is ______improving. I’m sure he will come back to work soon.

I would prefer a quiet evening at home as opposed to spending my time ________ many people.

I don’t really like Janes. Why did you invite him?—Don’t worry. Hecome. He said he was’t certain what his plans were.

soon as the principal ______ thenews on the bulletin, the students began gathering in the school garden