1. Before making a large purchase, it’s wise to do some ____ to ensure you’re making the right choice.
2. The committee reached a consensus after ____ lengthy discussion.
3. After ____ few hours of discussion, we finally reached a consensus on the issue.
4. The analyst provided insightful recommendations based on the data.
5. You could have chosen a different approach for the project.
6. We ought to consider all possible alternatives before deciding.