1. The new policy will be implemented ______ next year.

2. ______ he was exhausted, he continued working on the project.

3. It is important ______ practice speaking regularly to improve your fluency.

4. The book ______ I borrowed from the library was very informative.

5. If the weather ______ better, we would have gone for a hike.

6. The essay discusses both sides of the argument, ______ provides a balanced view.

7. Despite ______ a busy schedule, she always makes time for her family.

8. The meeting was postponed ______ the absence of several key members.

9. The film was so interesting ______ I watched it twice.

10. ______ the fact that he is very knowledgeable, he is very humble.

11. This is the place ______ we used to play when we were children.

12. It is widely believed ______ regular exercise improves mental health.

13. The project has been delayed ______ the lack of funding.

14. Not only ______ a great singer, but he also writes his own songs.

15. The teacher explained the problem ______ it was very complex.