1. I don’t think it is wise to ________ the judiciary with more powers.

2. John had ________ such heavy debts that nothing short of a miracle could save him from bankruptcy.

3. What matters most in extremely ________ situations like this is the ability to make speedy decisions.

4. The lights went out and the whole city ________ into darkness.

5. The problem of rural poor was brought into a ________ focus during the Sixth Plan.

6. No doubt he has achieved much, but I cannot give him credit for all that he boasts ________.

7. In his address to the teachers, the Vice Chancellor ________ certain measures being taken to improve the quality of higher education.

8. Effective decision makers know how to go ________ weighing up the pros and cons, how to meet deadlines, and how to consult others for advice.

9. Engineers have not yet been able to successfully ________ the power of sunlight for the production of electricity.

10. He eats neither red meat nor chicken and favours sea food to keep a ________ on cholesterol.