John has put on so much weight recently that his mother has to______ all his trousers to his measure.

Most plastic don’t readily ______ heat and electricity.

The main issue at the APEC meeting was a climate – change plan      by Australia’s Howard and backed by Bush.

--- What is the weather like tomorrow? --- The weather forecast says a big snowstorm is___________.

 When we are in a new place, we must __our manners and try to follow the customs of the place.