1. The city was _____ siege for over six months during the war.

2. She has a strong aversion _____ any kind of physical exercise.

3. The success of the film was _____ large part due to the lead actor.

4. The proposal is currently _____ consideration by the local council.

5. He decided to leave the firm _____ his own accord.

6. The report was written _____ conjunction with the university.

7. The company is _____ debt to the tune of several million pounds.

8. The thief was caught _____ the act of breaking into the house.

9. She was _____ the peak of her career when she suddenly retired.

10. The solution to the problem is well _____ our reach.

11. He’s been _____ the road for two weeks promoting his new album.

12. He was disqualified _____ account of his aggressive behavior.

13. The company operates _____ a massive scale across Asia.

14. He was _____ the impression that the deadline was tomorrow.

15. I'm afraid that buying a new car is _____ the question right now.

16. The new regulations will come _____ force at midnight.

17. He is _____ far the best candidate for the job.

18. The document was signed _____ the presence of a solicitor.

19. He’s very sensitive _____ any criticism of his artwork.

20. The factory was closed _____ compliance with environmental laws.

21. It’s important to keep your temper _____ check in an argument.

22. The new employee is _____ no illusions about how hard the job is.

23. The suspect was released _____ bail this morning.

24. She has a real talent _____ playing the violin.

25. The project is _____ jeopardy because of the lack of funding.