1. The ________ sound of the radiator as it released steam became an increasingly annoying distraction.

2. Normally distinguished and reserved, Robert would act ________ when he joined his friends to cheer for their old high school team at annual the homecoming game.

3. Our cottage by the sea offers many days of relaxation with warm sunshine and soothing ________.

4. Despite enthusiastic efforts from the supporting cast, the critics agreed the star of the play gave a ________ performance, ruining the chance of lucrative box office sales.

5. The cop was in a ________: Should he chase the criminal or help the victim?

6. Marta had to pay off her ________ to the credit card company before she could get a mortgage.

7. Jayne’s paintings were not minimalist, but they were ________, using only the most elemental and essential elements.

8. With the curtains drawn back, the room was ________ with warm sunlight.

9. At the banquet, the disappearance of the woman’s jeweled bracelet from her wrist appeared to be the ________ of an accomplished thief.

10. The female fox’s ________ over her burrow indicates that she has just birthed her young.