1. The author is a doctor ___ profession, but she prefers to spend most of her time working on her mystery novels.

2. I always shop ___ impulse and buy things I don't really need; I never make shopping plans.

3. ___ this day, nobody really knows what became of the missing aristocrat after he left the castle.

4. Cancelling the important board meeting ___ such short notice was a huge inconvenience for everyone involved.

5. Some of the artist’s best and most famous works are currently ___ display at the national gallery.

6. These elaborate and expensive rugs were all woven ___ hand by local artisans in the village.

7. My favourite football team is currently sitting ___ the top of the league after five consecutive wins.

8. The school principal is ___ good terms with all the teaching staff, which creates a great working environment.

9. You should check the latest trends because these clothes are ___ fashion now.

10. The small family company unfortunately went ___ business last year due to the economic crisis.

11. The coastal area is ___ danger of flooding after the severe storm last night.

12. He lost control of the car on the icy road and the vehicle quickly went ___ control.

13. She was completely ___ breath after running up four flights of stairs to catch the meeting.

14. The little boy was crying ___ pain after he tripped and scraped his knee on the pavement.

15. She found herself ___ serious financial difficulty when she suddenly lost her job.

16. This town is a nice place to live, but it’s ___ place for young people who want a vibrant nightlife.

17. I'm sorry, but that particular edition of the book is ___ print at the moment.

18. I have always tried to keep ___ touch with my old high school friends through social media.

19. The shop assistant checked the computer and said the item was unfortunately ___ stock.

20. As we climbed higher, the tiny village was finally ___ sight from the top of the hill.

21. He never feels ___ comfort when he has to speak in public in front of a large audience.

22. Her rude behaviour at the formal dinner party was completely ___ the ordinary.

23. Please be careful because this heavy machinery is ___ use today for maintenance.

24. He has been ___ work for three months now and is actively looking for a new position.

25. I can't use this map to find the way because the information is completely ___ date.