1. She's very subtle in the comments she makes and she has a wonderfully dry ________ of humour.

2. She studies some very obscure things to do with ancient Greek documents to most people a really dry as ________ subject.

3. The main ________ of stationery for the office suddenly announced there would be an overall increase in their prices.

4. In celebration at passing his examinations he invited everyone round to crack a ________ and have a drink with him.

5. Currently there is a shortage of clerical staff but it is hoped that by the end of the year they will be up to full ________ .

6. They haven't really put matters right at all because they've simply papered ________ the cracks.

7. I really think you should make an effort and apply for that job and at least ________ a crack at it.

8. Of course there is a little extra added to your salary because you will ________ from the inner city allowance.

9. According to the contract you are not ________ for the new allowance until you have been with the company one year.

10. As it's still very warm outside I recommend you leave your swimming things in the garden to let them dry ________ .