1. The government is facing an angry ___________ from voters over the new tax. (LASH)
2. While parents provide a ___________ for many women in poverty, they are not always an unproblematic source of help. (LINE)
3. Is there any news about the _______ at the central bank this morning? (HOLD)
4. Geogre said it was the worst film he had seen in ages, but it got an excellent _______ in the press. I think we should go and see it. (WRITE)
5. The House of Representatives approved the budget, with 52 votes in favour, 16 against and 12 _______ (ABSTAIN)