We don't have any of those designer jeans left. We're ___ of stock right now but I ordered more and they should be here by next week.

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.

We are ___ good terms now. We had a disagreement about the budget last week but we've worked out our differences and everything is OK now.

___ behalf of the entire office, we wish you all the best in your new endeavors. We all really enjoyed working with you.

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

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

Don't worry about a thing. You'll feel better ___ no time. You look better already and the flu doesn't usually last more than a couple of days.

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

I went to the store ___ foot yesterday. I really like taking short walks once in a while.

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.