The businessperson wanted to sell his goods fast: ______, he chose his partner with great care.

My grandfather spends most of his time _______ because he loves nature. 

He didn’t work hard;       he was dismissed by the boss.

. Tommy’s parents thought he was at school, but _______ he was in an Internet bar. 

 Process has been very smooth. ______, we are not confident that it will be completed on time.