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

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.

Why are you ___ of breath? You look like you just ran a marathon? What's going on?

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

I don't believe you. Lying is completely ___ of character for him. I have known him for ten years and I have never heard him tell a lie.

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

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

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

I want everyone to be ready to go by 7 am because I want to be ___ the road by 7:30 at the latest. I want to get a good start on this road trip so we can arrive at our destination before dark.

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.