1.

Marcelo inflated the tyres of his bicycle.

blew

2.

I'd rather we started at seven.

preference

3.

There'll be trouble if you do that again.

better

4.

The accident wasn't his fault.

blame

5.

Most people know that Argentina's economy is heavily dependent on agriculture.

common

6.

I'd be grateful if you would check these accounts for me.

mind

7.

It's unlikely that the contractor will complete the work before Christmas.

take

8.

That sweater you knitted for my daughter no longer fits her.

grown