Solitude is a sanctuary for creative minds, but even the most independent thinkers occasionally experience a sense of being ____________ when isolated from the world. (Alone/Lonely)
lonely
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His vision for the company was nothing short of ____________, and the ____________ strides he made in the industry left competitors in awe. (Big/Great)
great - big
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Scaling the _____ peaks of the Himalayas is a dream for every mountaineer, where altitude and danger go hand in hand. (Tall/High)
tall
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The ______ intricacies of quantum mechanics reveal a world that is often invisible to the naked eye, where even the ______ particles can have a profound impact. (Small/Little)
little / small
15
To ______ in a fiercely competitive market, companies need to constantly innovate and find new strategies to ______ their rivals. (Win/Beat)
win / beat
15
The artist's ability to ______ profound emotions with a brushstroke is a testament to their talent, while many struggle to _____ any meaningful impact on their canvas. (make/do)
make / do
15
While he could _____ eloquently about a myriad of topics in casual conversation, he often found himself at a loss for words when asked to ______ on a complex subject in a formal setting.(talk/speak)
speak / talk
15
Those who understand the value of luxury are willing to ______ a premium price, knowing that they are not just _____ a product but an experience. (buy/pay)
pay/buying
15
The meticulous chef would ______ every utensil and ingredient, ensuring that not a trace of contamination remained, and then would proceed to ______ his hands thoroughly before handling the food. (wash / clean)
clean / wash
15
To truly ________to the nuances of a classical symphony, one must ______ beyond the surface and perceive the subtle interplay of instruments, an art that only a few truly master. (listen/hear)
listen / hear
15
The sophisticated art thief attempted to _______ the priceless painting from the museum, but law enforcement was hot on their trail before they could _____ it away. (rob / steal)
steal / rob
15
Could you kindly lend me some insights from your research, or may I borrow a book from your extensive library for a reference? (borrow / lend)