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The last lap

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Sentence 1 When both runners crossed together, ____ cheers rolled down from the stands. (9 letters)

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Synonyms and close equivalents unchecked, unrestrained, uninhibited

Sentence 2 The supporters became especially ____ when the officials announced another delay. (10 letters)

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Synonyms and close equivalents clamorous, outspoken, emphatic

Sentence 3 A hand on his shoulder helped ____ the runner's panic. (6 letters)

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Synonyms and close equivalents quell, restrain, calm

Sentence 4 A clear explanation did more to ____ the crowd than the repeated orders for silence. (6 letters)

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Synonyms and close equivalents calm, soothe, appease

Sentence 5 The deliberate shove drew the usually patient referee's ____. (5 letters)

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Synonyms and close equivalents fury, ire, indignation

Sentence 6 The marshal had to ____ when two cyclists mistook the pedestrian path for the finish lane. (9 letters)

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Synonyms and close equivalents intercede, step in, interpose

Sentence 7 The children's ____ spilled into the street as they ran beside the torch. (10 letters)

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Synonyms and close equivalents enthusiasm, high spirits, ebullience

Sentence 8 The runner made an ____ reach for the falling child before she even saw the loose flagstone. (11 letters)

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Synonyms and close equivalents automatic, spontaneous, unthinking