1. Everyone knew the company was going bankrupt, but nobody wanted to talk about it. They kept _____.
2. After years of hard work, she finally got the promotion. She was ready to _____ and celebrate her success.
3. He didn't hear a word the teacher said — his _____ during the entire lecture.
4. In his small hometown, he was _____, but nobody knew him in the big city.
5. She always thinks that other people have better jobs. She believes _____.
6. We need to _____ on this project if we want to finish by Friday.
7. To start his own business, he had to _____ and overcome many obstacles.
8. When the old CEO retired, his successor had _____ because he was so successful.
9. She worked day and night to _____ of her profession.
10. When the business was failing, the bank loan was _____ that kept them afloat.
11. He spends his days _____ at networking events and conferences.
12. The manager decided to _____ before making a decision.