The new cashier was so _______ with the register that it took her a long time to complete each transaction.

The lion crouched in the grass, ready to _______ on the antelope that was unaware of the danger nearby.

Sarah used a fake illness as a _______ to leave work early, wanting to avoid her responsibilities.

After accidentally upsetting her mother, Sophie _______ for her behavior, promising to be more considerate in the future.

The path through the forest was so dense that they could _______ make out the trail ahead of them.

He felt _______ when he was the only one who didn’t pass the test, especially as his friends celebrated their success.

The customs officer decided to _______ the passenger’s bags when he noticed an unusual item in the suitcase.

The mother’s _______ was unbearable when she couldn’t find her child in the mall, frantically searching every store.

The professor’s lecture created a ______ silence in the room as students absorbed the profound philosophical ideas being discussed.

His face was _______ when he saw the surprise gift his friends had prepared for him, clearly touched by the gesture.