1. The cost of the damage was estimated ___ over £5,000.

2. It’s ___ the law to drive a car without a valid license.

3. I’m afraid I’m ___ of practice when it comes to playing the piano.

4. The two opinions are ___ conflict with each other.

5. He was disqualified ___ the competition for breaking the rules.

6. The instructions were so confusing that I was ___ a loss as to what to do.

7. The beauty of the sunset was ___ description.

8. We are ___ no obligation to buy anything from this salesman.

9. I’m sorry, but that particular model is ___ of production now.

10. He was ___ the verge of tears when he heard the bad news.

11. You should try to be ___ better terms with your neighbors.

12. The strike was called ___ response to the pay cuts.

13. I’m not ___ liberty to tell you where the money is hidden.

14. The car was found abandoned ___ the outskirts of the city.

15. We must refrain ___ smoking in this area.

16. The situation is now ___ control, thanks to the quick action of the police.

17. He has a reputation ___ being very strict with his students.

18. The scientist's theories are grounded ___ years of research.

19. There’s a high demand ___ organic vegetables these days.

20. We are looking for someone who is capable ___ working under pressure.

21. There is no point ___ complaining about the weather.

22. She has a very positive attitude ___ her work.

23. The doctor says that his health is starting to interfere ___ his work.

24. Many people are opposed ___ the construction of the new airport.

25. I apologize ___ the delay in responding to your email.