DNA testing finally ___________ the man of all charges, and he was set free after having spent five years in prison.

People should be suspicious of _______ e-mails claiming to come from official sources. Many are sent by criminals trying to gain access to people's bank accounts.

Tim's new office was so ___________ it depressed him. He decided to bring in some plants to brighten it up a bit.

Experienced interviewers can tell when people are ___________ the truth, so job interviewees should be careful not to exaggerate their abilities.

Despite his ___________ health, Keith remained positive. He did his best not to let his illness stop him from enjoying his life.

Brett was always ___________ about his appearance, so his co-workers were shocked when he showed up to work one day with messy hair and a wrinkled shirt.

A: I'd be happy to drive you to the airport tomorrow.
B: Well, if it's no ___________, I'll accept your offer. It would really help me out.

When plans for a new highway were announced at the town meeting, local residents protested angrily. It was difficult to hear the chairperson because of all the ___________.

Security guards caught a young man trying to ___________ a video camera into the venue so he could illegally film the concert.

General Anderson knew that, since the enemy army was ___________ in caves near the top of a mountain, it would be almost impossible to defeat.

During the election campaign, the press ___________ the mayor with accusations about his private life. It soon became clear he would never get reelected.

Although the sales deal seemed attractive, the CEO felt there were many points that required further ___________ before a final agreement could be reached.