Arrogance and pride are similar in meaning, but there is _____ difference between them.
A.a submerged |
B.an indecisive |
C.an indistinct |
D.a subtle |
We made plans for a visit but _____ difficulties with the car prevented it.
A.consequent |
B.subordinate |
C.substantial |
D.subsequent |
. Scientists have to work hard to keep _____ with modern discoveries and developments.
A.company |
B.track |
C.touch |
D.pace |
She _____ the temptation to buy a coat she could not afford.
A.challenged |
B.obstructed |
C.contradicted |
D.resisted |
He put in a special _____ for an extra day's holiday so that he could attend his daughter's wedding.
A.request |
B.demand |
C.inquiry |
D.proposal |
It was decided to _____ the search when there was no hope of finding the missing girl alive.
A.call off |
B.take up |
C.keep off |
D.ring up |