By and large|categorically|gravely|loosely|resolutely|staunchly|strictly|swiftly|widely 1.She stuck___to her agrument despite being challenged by the interviewer. 2.___, I agreed with what he was saying 3.When I realised I had put my foot in it, I___changed the subject. 4.The novel was___based on the writter's own life. 5.He___denied reading her diary. 6.The law case was___reported in the press. 7.She is___opposed to capital punishment. 8.Flash photography is___prohibited in this museum. 9.Be careful when picking wild mushrooms. Certain types can make you___ill