Quarrelling

Substitute words and phrases in the sentences below with appropriate expressions from
the list. Make necessary changes. Each expression can only be used once.

fractious, sift, stake, fail, mere, adversary, tenacious, refine, scheme, deny

1. The IT people promised to iron out any little imperfections in the company’s information
system.

2. Young children tend to get easily irritable when tired.

3. Dulfry has a reputation of being a persistent journalist and an unyielding interviewer.

4. The two politicians have always competed fiercely for party leadership.

5. The police analysed every scrap of evidence yet they are still in the dark about the possible
motives.

6. The minister will face an enquiry, which may ruin his reputation.

7. I am sorry I did not warn you about possible delays in the implementation of the new system.

8. I have a feeling they might be plotting to take over Sistema Ltd.

9. This way they are depriving their children of a fantastic opportunity to see the world.

10. No one can understand how this simple boy, whose father was only a small farmer, elevated
himself to such a high managerial position.