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Many software settings can be ___________ to improve the performance of a computer.
initially
Ben ___________ supported Roger's plan, but later opposed it.
critical
Air traffic controllers must make ___________ decisions every day that affect the lives of many people.
critical
The patient's adverse reaction to the medicine caused his heart rate to drop to a ___________ level.
luminous
The ___________ object that appeared over Europe in AD 1066 was Halley's Comet.
facilitate
Freedom of information laws ___________ access to government documents for researchers.
refinements
For 14 years, Alfred Wegener made numerous ___________ to his theory of continental drift.
attributes
The prime minister's ability to speak eloquently is considered one of his greatest ___________.
attributed
The world's increase in energy use can be ___________ to the population growth.
belch
Volcanoes can ___________ toxic fumes without warning.
underrate
Many parents ___________ the importance of playing with their children.
immense
The ___________ statue of the Greek goddess Athena attracted many tourists to the Acropolis.
virtue
According to legend, King Arthur was both a great warrior and a man of ___________.
virtue
A ___________ shared by all great leaders is the ability to motivate others.
bustling
During the summer, the sidewalks and shops near the veach are ___________ with people.
distinct
Each region of Italy maintains its own ___________ traditions.
distinct
There was a ___________ difference in the twins' personalities.
thriving
Our town used to be very small, but it has grown into a ___________ community.
obvious
It was ___________ that Fred didn't understand what Wilma meant.
exceptional
The Ancient Greek Olympians displayed an ___________ amount of strength and endurance.
cumbersome
Although the cultivator looks ___________, it is actually easy to use.
boon
Due to so many people purchasing gifts, the Christmas season is always a ___________ to retail stores.
optimum
Machines achieve ___________ performance when they are properly maintained and regularly used.
uniformly
If the paint is not spread ___________ on the wall, there will be variations in color when it dries.
unleash
We took our dogs to the fenced park so that we could ___________ them and let them run free
acquired
Some people ___________ great wealth by investing in the stock market.
enigma
Even today, the origin of Egypt's great pyramids is an ___________.
steadfast
It is the president's ___________ belief that Congress needs more women.
dainty
At the wedding, the decorations included thousands of ___________ flowers.
anomalies
Modern airplanes are safe, so crashes are ___________.
splendid
The Palace of Versailles is a ___________ example of French architecture.
rapport
The friendly teacher had a strong ___________ with his students.
question
Some people ___________ the educational value of certain testing methods, such as multiple-choice exams.
scattered
The man ___________ grass seeds all over the lawn.
escalated
The demonstration quickly ___________ when a protestor threw a glass bottle at the police.
temporary
The pill caused a few ___________ side effects.
attest
Three witnesses signed the will to ___________ its authenticity.
fortify
To prepare for war, the general had his men ___________ the walls of the fort.
remove
A plastic surgeon can ___________ scars using a laser.
end
The ___________ of the project is to increase agricultural yields in Sub-Saharan Africa.
plentiful
Fish and plankton are ___________ in the sea.
make it
Despite the traffic congestion downtown, all the fans managed to ___________ on time for the concert.
devastated
The logging industry has ___________ many tropical rainforests in South America.
eminently
The city's new subway system is ___________ practical.
subtraction
Many teachers opposed the ___________ of funds for art and music.
As a rule of thumb
___________, people should visit the dentist for a check-up every six months.
blurred
The new political party ___________ the lines between conservatives and liberals.
relayed
In the 19th century, new reports were ___________ by telegram.
expandable
The dining room table is ___________ to accommodate dinner guests.
scrupulous
The police officer was praised for his ___________ performance of duties.
scrupulous
A ___________ real estate agrent does not charge clients excessive fees.
Approximately
___________ 25 percent of the world's electricity is used by the US alone.
paradoxical
Einstein though that using violence to restore peace was ___________.
source
Located in central Africa, Lake Victoria is the ___________ of the Nile River.
adhere
The glue that covers a stamp's back allows it to ___________ to an envelope.
available
Books were ___________ to the masses for the first time with the invention of Gutenberg's printing press.
get rid of
Meditation has become a popular way for people to ___________ stress.
repel
The high walls of Medieval castles made it easy to ___________ attackers.
maximize
Manufacturers set prices for their products that will ___________ their potential profits.
outermost
Neptune is the ___________ planet in the solar system.
bind
For hygiene reasons, restaurant employees with long hair must ___________ it before they start work.
visible
The symptoms of the life-threatening disease may not be ___________ for several years after infection.