It took what seemed to be years _____ the actress finally turned up, which made the journalists as well as the audience disappointed and angry.

I _____ be late for school, but now I ______ getting up early every day.

–I find Chinese people are helpful whentraveling around China –You’re right I like ______when people are friendly and helpful

The flowers were so lovely that they ______ in no time

Many people spoke highly of the plan at the meeting, but _______ I don’t think it is of much practical use.