1.

I thought that the policeman was going to fine me, but finally he  .

(refrain from punishment)

2.

Mark started last in the race but he soon    the others.

(overtake, but not pass)

3.

We have    milk, so put some lemon in your tea instead.

(consume all the supply of)

4.

Tony    his mother in character and his father in appearance.

(resemble)

5.

Rossana is   our arrival from Barcelona.

(expect with pleasure)

6.

We had to    a lot of noise when the children were at home.

(bear patiently)

7.

Mirta will have to    the number of chocolate bars she eats
every day if she wants to keep slim.

(reduce in amount)