They weren't very popular _________, but by 2020 they were the world's biggest band.

As the economy grew worse, it got ____________difficult to get a job.

 Even though her spoken English is _________perfect, her written English is excellent.

I'm fine with people I know, but __________meeting strangers I get really nervous.

Kids are afraid of falling off at first, but when they _________ they love riding bikes.

Most workers say they _________ more days off to spend with their families.

Luckily Clair left the building  __________ the mass shooting started. Otherwise, she could've been killed.

My brother has to choose a career, but he still can't ________________.

The gallery has hung one of my paintings____________. Should I turn it the right way up, or just leave it like that?