PREPOSITION 6

1. It’s almost impossible to specify how mnay fake banknotes are currently ______ circulation.
2. “Why does he look so depressed?” “He must be ______ his wits end because of his wife’s illness, I suppose”
3. It’s rather ______ my comprehension how they have succeeded in growing fruit trees on this barren soil.
4. “Why didn’t you answer the phone? “Probably, I wasn’t _____ call when it rang. I must have been outside the
house”
5. Now that the case is ______ my hands, I don’t need to worry any more. The other barrister has taken it over.
6. Eddie got into serious trouble after he had treated himself ______ too many books and had no money left for the bus
back home.
7-8. I’m not convinced Arthur’s comments had much to do _____ the affair. To me, they were rather _____ the point.
9. I know Oete’s conduct was intolerable, but don’t be too hard ______ him.
10. I’m extemely pressed ______ money these days. Could you lend me a few pounds, please?
11. We travelled ________ the 6.45 train, which arrived at 8.30.
12. Parents should never dote _________ their children if they do not want to spoil them.
13. If a rebellion flared _________, the authorities would have to take immediate action.
14. She can rattle _______ the names or all the presidents of the US.
15. It was a difficult concept to grasp, but he soon latched _______.
16. Those naughty boys went on making terrible noise in the park even though they had been ticked ______ by the
annoyed constable.
17. At first Tom insisted he was right, but then began to back ______.
18. When the cost was set _______ the benefits, the scheme looked good.
19. In a bitter article, he lashed _______ at his critics.
20. I’m sorry to butt _______, but did you happen to mention the name “Fiona”?
21. The film was made _______ a shoestring.
22. He walked ________a great job straight after university because his father is a big fish in city politics.
23. They wheeled________ the same old excuses last time this happened.
24. When she started borrowing my clothes without asking, I had to put my foot _____
25. He's going to have to pull his socks __________ if he wants to stay in the team.
26. ‘This will cause all sorts of problems.’ - ‘I know. It is a recipe_______ disaster.’
27. I have no intention of going in__________ any competitions this year because of my poor health.
28. I don’t think that this fashion will catch_________ next year.
29. Debbie agreed to let me in __________ her plans.
30. The party was meant to be a surprise, but Sharon gave it _____.
31. Moral and social responsibility should be integrated ______________ every child’s schooling.
32. It’s impossible to attend _____________ a task properly if you’re worrying about something else.
33. Kelly has great confidence ______________ her children’s abilities.
34. It’s a good idea to make notes ______________ what you’re reading if you want to remember it.
35. Unfortunately, many university courses do not provide students ______________ the basic study
skills they really need.
36. Jack took early retirement as he was losing his grip ______________ the job.
37. Apparently, an interest in reading in later life is closely related ______________ how much your parents read to
you as a child.
38. Ron usually primes himself ______________ plenty of black coffee before starting the night shift.
39. I find it very hard to commit historical dates ______________ memory.
40. Lack of sleep can seriously interfere ______________ your ability to think rationally.
41. The station is _____________ walking distance of the hotel.
42. I’m so tired after work that I often drop _____________ in front of the TV.
43. The decision was deferred _____________ a later meeting.
44. That awful new office block is a real blot _____________ the landscape.
45. I don’t know how Nicole survives, living all away _____________ the sticks.
46. Carl and I just spent the whole day lazing _____________ listening to music.
47. Unfortunately, most of the photos Terry took were ______________ focus.
48. Why don’t we meet _____________ here again on the 12th, when I get back from Germany?
49. The prime minister has come _____________ fire during this election campaign for being slow to respond to
events.
50. Keep plodding _____________ and you’ll finish your novel eventually.
51. The new regulations have thrown _______ a few problems for the company.
52. The workers were rather cynical after the meeting. Most of them were _______ no illusions that the management
would take their complaints seriously.
53. Jack took early retirement as he was losing his grip _______ the job.
54. He scolded her so much that she was reduced _______ tears by the end of the meeting.
55. The sudden movement of the train threw me _______ balance and I fell head-first down the steps.
56. The price of shares in the company went up _______ over 50% when they announced the discovery of the new
oilfield.
57. Ron usually primes himself _______ plenty of black coffee before starting the night shift.
58. We still haven’t sold the house because the buyers went back on their word and pulled _______ the deal.
59. Hi Brenda, Peter here. I’m just ringing _______ to say I’ve got two tickets for the concert on Saturday night. Fancy
coming?
60. The group rounded _______ the concert with their greatest hits. So everyone went home happy.
61. We knew the concert was sold out, but we still went to the stadium _____ the off-chance that someone might want
to sell us their tickets.
62. The fire gutted the tiny gallery, and while all the paintings being exhibited were rescued, the gallery itself was
damaged _____ repair.
63. The accused leaders were dispossessed _____ their belongings in case they wanted to suppress any evidence.
64. Now that the case is _____ my hands, I don’t need to worry any more. The other barrister has taken it over.
65. Once customer asked who was _____authority in the store as he wanted to make a complaint.
66. The nutritionist advised me to cut _____ salt in order to avoid high blood pressure.
67. The controversy fade _____ insignificant.
68. The communist government has resigned ______ the background of the widespread social unrest.
69. It’s _____ the bounds of possibility that the fugitive has already fled the country.
70. Ball games are forbidden in this park _____order of the Mayor.
71. He’s been to the USA, Australia and India this year. He certainly gets ________________ !
72. The elaborate bridal costumes of the coastal Indians are handed ____________ from mother to daughter.
73. Deliah wasn’t at all hungry, and could only toy __________ the food on her plate.
74. As the years passed, Joe’s memories of his terrible experience faded _____________ , and he began to
lead a normal life again.
75. As darkness fell, there was nothing but to make ________ the nearest village.
76. There is no time to do anything but touch briefly ____________ the most important points.
77. Look I take it all _______________I should never have spoken like that.
78. The official looked quickly ____________ my file, and then handed it back to me.
79. You shouldn’t have sent Sebastian that Valentine’s card. I think you’ve scared him ___________
80. Tall people are definitely _____ an advantage at a football match.
81. The central harbour area will be closed ________ all marine traffic from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
82. The company has evolved over the years _________ a multi-million dollar organisation.
83. An ozone-friendly product does not produce gases that are harmful ________ the ozone layer.
84. Many species have been depleted, and there are things that need to be done in different areas to ensure the
sustainability _________ our reefs.
85. We were ________ the impression that you like Japanese food.
86. Before they open the new factory, a lot of the young people round here were ________ the dole, and often felt
bored and frustrated.
87. The French rank _________ the world's most discriminating consumers of chocolate.
88. My uncle took risks with his business dealings, but was careful to stay ________ the law.
89. His recent conduct is ________ the pale.
90. The organisers cannot accede ________ the request for an extension of time.
91. One good way to drum ____________ support is to get people in the high street to sign a petition.
92. I’ve got two weeks’ holiday left but I think I’ll carry it ____________ till next year and take it in January.
93. Only radical action will bring ____________ the changes that we so desperately need.
94. What annoys me is that the men got ____________ with just 100 hours’ community service.
95. The authorities shouldn’t give ____________ to this kind of blackmail from the workers.
96. News gets ____________ very fast in this town.
97. We struck ____________ a friendship the very first time we met.
98. I hate buying furniture from that place because you have to put it ____________ yourself.
99. I have taken ____________ a lot of extra hours this week. I need the money.
100. I’ve been trying to explain the situation to Ben for weeks, but I don’t seem to be able to get ____________ to him.