Across
- 2. The manager’s formal __________ of the proposal marked the start of the project. (approve)
- 5. Their lengthy __________ led to a better understanding of the problem. (discuss)
- 7. A small __________ to the settings fixed the issue instantly. (adjust)
- 9. The crowd’s loud __________ showed their excitement. (react)
- 12. His generous __________ made the charity event a success. (contribute)
- 13. The actor’s emotional __________ moved the entire audience to tears. (perform)
- 16. The teacher’s clear __________ helped the students grasp the concept. (explain)
- 17. The president’s unexpected __________ drew widespread media attention. (announce)
- 18. Her true __________ became clear after the meeting ended. (intend)
- 19. His vast __________ of rare coins attracted museum interest. (collect)
Down
- 1. The successful __________ of the bridge was celebrated with fireworks. (complete)
- 3. Through calm reasoning, her gentle __________ changed his mind. (persuade)
- 4. His confident __________ about the results turned out to be false. (assume)
- 6. The steady __________ in her grades impressed her parents. (improve)
- 7. The unexpected __________ of guests caused a flurry of activity in the kitchen. (arrive)
- 8. The thief’s clever __________ of the evidence delayed his capture. (conceal)
- 10. The referee warned the fans that any further __________ would halt the game. (interfere)
- 11. The sudden __________ of the crowd startled the security guards. (move)
- 14. His recent __________ as director surprised many employees. (appoint)
- 15. She sent out an elegant __________ to all her colleagues. (invite)