Your proposal is ___ consideration right now. The approval process takes about six weeks. We'll contact with a decision at that time.

I know you have to move because you got a great job. Just promise me that we'll keep ___ touch even though you're going to be so far away.

I originally thought it was a bad idea. However, ___ second thought, you may have a point, so let's discuss your plan more over dinner.

___ all likelihood, I will not retire this year but I do want you to know that I will probably do so in the next five years.

Simon is ___ a lot of stress at the moment. His wife left and he just lost his job.

Norman is ___ a lot of pressure at work. He's responsible for planning the upcoming seminar as well as his regular duties.

As his big brother, you owe it to him to keep him ___ your protection during his first year of high school.

The provincial nurses' union went ___ strike again. It seems like they strike for more money every other year.

I couldn't get a hold of Sharon last week. I called her but her phone line isn't ___ use anymore. It's been disconnected. She probably moved and will call soon.

I always feel that my goals are just ___ of reach. I'm still unable to acquire all of things I want and that I work so hard to achieve.