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The normally vociferous Richard was very ____ tonight and hardly said a word.
a) subdued
b) muted
c) restrained
d) quietened

I was impressed by Kent's _____ and cool-headed response to their unfair criticisms.
a) subdued
b) meted
c) restrained
d) quietened

At first, criticism of the war was fairly _____ . but as casualties mounted, it became more and more vociferous.
a) subdued
b) muted
c) restrained
d) quietened

James talked a lot , but he could not provide any ___ plans to boost productivity.
a) tangible
b) solid
c) concrete
d) hard

Our relationship is built on a ______ foundation of mutual trust.
a) tangible
b) solid
c) concrete
d) hard

The social reforms have yet to bring any ____ benefits for the poor.
a) tangible
b) solid
c) concrete
d) hard

The hiring of a large number of foreign coaches _____ the determination of the host country to perform well in the Olympic Games.
a) underlines
b) highlights
c) underscores
d) reiterates

The tragic incidents in the school _____ the need for immediate action.
a) underlines
b) highlights
c) underscores
d) reiterates

The monthly test _____ the strengths and weaknesses of the students.
a) underlines
b) highlights
c) underscores
d) reiterates

During his ____ stay in Tokyo last year, Tom managed to pick up a smattering of Japanese.
a) fleeting
b) brief
c) temporary
d) interim

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