Vocab 10

Management is not likely to ________ to union demands for raises because the company’s profits have recently been on the decline.

Dreams of stardom __________ many gifted young performers from all over the country to the bright lights of Broadway.

Some people cannot refrain from straightening lampshades that are a little __________.

All our plans for a picnic on the beach went suddenly _________ when it began to rain very heavily.

It is difficult to deflate the _________ optimism of the young.

The members of the online discussion group were annoyed by the newcomer’s ______________ and rude remarks.

Those who __________ the good fortune of others are likely to be unhappy with their own lot in life.

Despite the loss of an important labor endorsement, the candidate appeared in no way ___________.

Most people look a little bit ___________ when they get up in the morning.

President Theodore Roosevelt was one of the first ____________ of conservation.