Competition，we believe，（）the character of a firm rather than corrupt it.

Damage（）the goods was caused by heavy rain during transit.

（）any disputes between the two parties，the ICC Court of Arbitration should be resorted to.

The words of the buyer left a（）impression on his mind.

The suggestion that the CEO（）the prizes is welcomed by all.

Both joint ventures and wholly-owned facilities are（）.

There has been a positive response to the export promotion（）？

We（）some brochures（）to illustrate the types of materials we manufacture.

It（）aroundsixo’clockwhenIdrovebackyesterdaybecauseitwasalreadydark.

（），there was no hope of her getting the order.