An explosion is a sudden increase in amount（）

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

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

He（）for military service against the wishes of his parents.

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

Shall we request the chairman（）our suggestion again?

I could not persuade him to accept it,（）make him see the importance of it.

I expected a bigger payment, but I suppose you have to be（）for small mercies.

I don't know who on（）stole the diamond last night.

His company promised to pay for his health （）in addition to other benefits.