1. During the excursion, the children ______ towards the shelter anxiously when there was a sudden downpour.

2. Mr Tan Tock Seng was widely known as a ______ for his generous donations to the Chinese community.

3. My medical report indicates that I must ______ sugar as my diabetes is getting from bad to worse. Sugar is the main cause of it.

4. The guard dog growled ______ at the stranger creeping into the house.

5. Mr Chen needs to give the bank a written ______ if he wishes to close his bank account with them.

6. A table lamp placed in the bedroom can help ______ a child's fear of darkness.

7. Before the ancient painting was bought, it was ______ by the buyer to ensure its authenticity.

8. As Samy knew his mother's soft spot, he never failed to take ______ of it to get whatever he wanted.

9. The fireworks display during the National Day was ______. Everyone at the stadium was awestruck.

10. The bus driver ______ the safety of his passengers by speeding on the road.