I am glad that you were ___ control of the situation. You handled yourself well under pressure and I am glad everything worked out. That is too scary!

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.

___ addition to the textbook, you also have to buy the new edition of the workbook because you will need both this semester.

___ 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.

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 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.

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

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

He is so smart and graduated with honors so he's really ___ demand right now. I'm sure he's going to choose the right job and be happy with it for a long time.