1. Do you mind repeating that last bit again as I seem to have lost the ________ of your argument?

2. Please don't lose ________ because I'm sure you'll succeed in the end.

3. There's no harm in trying your luck there because after all you have ________ to lose.

4. Our views clearly ________ at this point I'm pleased to say.

5. Please ________ me for interrupting you, I didn't realize you were busy with someone else.

6. When it comes to the vote I'm willing to put my ________ up and support you.

7. I must ________ your pardon, I mistook you for somebody else.

8. The important key to success in this business is strong management because if you lose your ________ then you're in real trouble.

9. I certainly won't ________ any objection when you make your proposal.

10. As she was walking across the tight rope at the circus she lost her ________ and fell to the ground.