1. He was __________ the impression that the deadline had been extended to next week.

2. The company’s success is largely attributed __________ its focus on customer service.

3. He is remarkably clever __________ finding creative solutions to technical problems.

4. The manager is __________ great pressure to improve the department's performance.

5. There has been a huge outcry __________ the government's decision to close the library.

6. I am not __________ liberty to disclose any confidential information about the case.

7. He was disqualified __________ the race for a false start at the beginning.

8. Her performance was __________ all expectations, earning her a standing ovation.

9. The two versions of the story are __________ conflict with each other.

10. You should take __________ account the potential risks before making a final decision.

11. He is very prone __________ catching colds whenever the weather changes.

12. The criminal was caught __________ the act of breaking into the house.

13. The project is __________ the verge of being completed after months of work.

14. She has a strong preference __________ organic food over processed products.

15. He was deeply absorbed __________ his work and didn't notice the time passing.

16. The new law will come __________ force starting from the first of January.

17. I met my old school friend __________ chance while I was wandering around the city.

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

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

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

21. The plane was delayed __________ account of the heavy fog at the airport.

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

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

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

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