1. I'm afraid I'm __________ a bit of a rush, so I can't talk right now.

2. The two witness statements were __________ conflict with each other.

3. I've been __________ a lot of pressure at work lately.

4. The school is __________ the process of updating its computer system.

5. The firefighters arrived just __________ the nick of time.

6. He's been __________ of work since the factory closed down.

7. The information you provided is __________ date; we need the new figures.

8. I didn't break the vase __________ purpose; it was a complete accident.

9. Everything in the shop is __________ sale this week with 50% off.

10. You should book your tickets __________ advance to get a better price.

11. The protesters were __________ favor of the new environmental laws.

12. He learned the entire poem __________ heart for the school play.

13. The car is __________ good condition, considering how old it is.

14. The manager is __________ the impression that you've already finished.

15. I'm sorry, but that's __________ the point; we're here to discuss the budget.

16. The company is __________ the verge of signing a major international deal.

17. He's very experienced __________ dealing with difficult customers.

18. The witness was __________ oath when she gave her testimony.

19. There is a ban __________ smoking in all public areas of the building.

20. He acted __________ behalf of the entire committee during the meeting.

21. The flight was delayed __________ account of the heavy fog.

22. She is very proficient __________ at least three different languages.

23. The proposal was rejected __________ the grounds that it was too expensive.

24. He is constantly __________ odds with his colleagues over the project.

25. The museum is currently __________ renovation and will reopen next year.