I didn’t go to the party yesterday because my car broke down.—You ______ mine. I wasn’t using it.

I really don’t know how to thank you , but for your help, I ______ my lost necklace．

Zhang Ming has an unusual view of Chinese traditions because he was _____ in America.

Why didn’t you put your cellphone in your overcoat pocket?—I _____, but I was afraid it would be stolen.

Jack, this is the third time that you have been late this week. —Sorry, sir, but I was ____ for 15 minutes on the way here in the traffic jam.