The noise of the traffic（）Paul from his work.

The survivors（）to a floating tree in hopes of rescue.

Mr. Edward was not in, so his brother acted as （）at the party.

Since we can't hear you at the back of the hall, you'll have to（）your voice.

She had clearly no（）of doing any work, although she was very well paid.

After she became a lawyer, she decided to （）criminal law.

Inquiries（）the condition of the patients may be made personally or by telephone.

People appreciate（）with him because he has a good sense of humor.

The weakening housing market continued to take its（）on the industry.

I just managed to（）a quick breath before I was pulled under the water by the passing boats.