I need you to tell me what happened ___ detail. I want to know exactly what took place, who was there with you and why it happened.

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

It's supposed to be a clear and beautiful evening tonight. We don't need a tent. We can just sleep ___ the stars.

Don't worry. I have forgiven you for not showing up for dinner. It is water ___ the bridge.

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.

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.

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.

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.