___ of respect for your mother, I'm going to leave now before I get angry and say something I will certainly regret.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

I go jogging ___ a regular basis. I usually go jogging every morning before work. I like routines, and I like to keep in shape.

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

___ 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.