1. Do not let fear ______ your decision to pursue your goals.

2. The firefighter's swift actions to contain the fire did nothing to ______ the boy's concerns about the safety of his pet dog in the burning building.

3. Feeling unwell, Sarah had to ______ sick and take the day off from work.

4. Although many attempts were made to locate the famous singer for an interview, none was successful as he remained ______.

5. The missing dog was finally found after its owner searched for it ______, believing that his efforts would result in their reunion.