However hard, much as and for all

___ I admire his work, I can't recommend him for this job.

___ she tried, she couldn't get the lid off.

___ the critics say, the show has sold out every night.

___ his talent, he never made it as a professional.

Strange ___ it may seem, the cheaper flight was more comfortable.

___ she was, she finished the report before midnight.

___ route you take, it'll take at least an hour.

No matter how carefully you ___, something always gets broken.

However ___ it may be, don't reply to that email tonight.