The Mind: Verbs (2)

When I was a little girl, I ..... a big country house with three kids running around in the yard. However, life doesn't always turn out the way you imagined it would. We live in a big city condo and have two dogs instead.

I think Mr. Jones was trying to ..... that I'm a terrible employee. Did you hear the same thing?

I want you to ..... a magical kingdom with princesses, potions and fairy godmothers. Now, let's write a story about what you've visualized.

I don't agree with you. I ..... Ralph's a nice guy.

If we see snow, we usually ..... cold weather. However, only the mountain tops are covered with snow. We're at sea level, and it's quite balmy here.

I ..... you will reconsider our offer. I think it's fair, and we really want to buy your house.

I've ..... to stay home and study this weekend. I know you're going to have a great time at the party, but I have to pull up my grades or I won't get into a good college.

I ..... you're pretty angry with me. I don't blame you. My behavior was terrible, but I hope that you can forgive me in time.

I ..... about yachts and fancy parties all the time. I want to make a lot of money so that I can buy luxury items and throw big bashes.

I ..... that Paul is innocent. He couldn't have killed that man. He wouldn't hurt a fly.