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14. There was no room on the desk for his books.15. There is no hot water because the centre heating is out of order.16. The rejection of his proposal greatly embarrassed the young man.17. Until you find out more about working conditions, contact the manager.18. She put/ laid the emphasis on the importance of keeping the family together.19.

They have a lot of hobbies and interests in common.20. Unless Pandas have a special diet, they perish.

21. On average, some turtles lay 28.000 eggs a year.22. It is waste of time trying to save endangered species.23. Many species of wildlife are in danger of extinction.24. The Prime Ministers resignation resulted from his sudden illness.25. The workers were completely taken aback at (by) the news of the merger.26. Kate has finally come to terms with the fact that their friendship is over.27. William tried not to take sides in the quarrel between his two cousins.28. The black rhino is threatened with extinction.29. She has always got along (on) well with the children.30.

The new plans for the school have met with the approval of the authorities (with theauthorities approval).

31. Dont breathe a word of this to the boss./ Dont breathe a word to the boss about this.32. At the moment we have another fish to fry.33. The accused was overcome with emotion.34.Naturally, you will be penalized (by having points deducted) if you arrive late.35. The floor was strewn with the models clothes./ The models clothes were strewn all over

the floor.36. Our new Director wants to be addressed as Madam.37. I cant say I enjoy having my writing torn to pieces in front of me.38. A decision will have to be made by the end of the week, wont it?39. The possibility of the hotel needing new staff in the summer cant ?shouldnt be ruled out. 40. Surely nobody likes being made fun of in public.41. It should be borne in mind that the customer is always right.42. This school-leaver is not sufficiently qualified for such a demanding job, is he/ she?43. When she left home she had to fend for herself.44. Im afraid Ill be a bit late because something has cropped up.45. Hes liable to get here late; he usually does.46. Its touch and go whether Ill be able to pay the bills this month.47. Theres no telling how long it will take to do this. 48. When I make my complaint, I hope you will back me up.49. Many people believe that the death penalty is a deterrent against crimes.50. She was nervous about going to the doctors, so I went with her to give her a moral support.51. He offers them more money as an incentive to do the job quickly.52. He has always supported her in her career.53. Many customs restrictions within EC have been done away with.54. At the moment a new car is out of the question.55. I take it for granted you are hungry.56. I know can bring Dave round to my way of thinking on this matter.57. The Rainbow Disco is out of bounds to students at this school.

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58. He has made a change of heart on the house.59. I paid him back in his own coin.60. Mr Pat flung his arms up in horror at the bad news.61. Mrs Smith is on a diet and she eats like a bird.62. She was head over heels in love with him.63.

she fell prey to irrational fears.64. Who is the heir to the estate?

65. There is no/little/ not much resemblance between the final version and the initial draft.66. His irresponsible attitude is putting/ placing his career as a doctor in jeopardy ( His career

has been put in jeopardy because of his irresponsible attitude.)67. You should make allowances for his bad manners, hes....................68. The candle fell over and set light to the barn.69. City-dwellers are prone to getting depressed nowadays.70. By a stroke of fortune, the ....................71. Bill put his success down to ....................72. Ive weighed up the pro and con....................73.

After a while I dawned on me that....................74. When she left home she had to fend for herself.

75. ....................We often buy goods on credit.76. I was in two minds about whether to go with him.77. I was a prey to obsessive and agonizing thoughts = Obsessive and agonizing thoughts used

to prey on me/ make me their prey.

78. The onset of the disease is shown/ marked/ indicated/ characterized by a feeling of faintness.79. To offset their disappointment, he bought them ice-cream.80. I travel by bus only as a last resort = I resort to travel by bus only when I have no alternative.81. Bill put all his success down to incredible luck.82. Spare a thought for those who are at work on this lovely sunny day!83. He comes over as an honest man.84. The incident put paid to my chances of promotion.85. She felt prey to irrational fear.86. Their reluctance to sign the contract baffled me.87. There are few gaps in Peters knowledge of modern art.88. Bob is inclined to upset people unintentionally.89. Martins habit of taking risks is not compatible with his image as a family man.90. It is crucial that John attend the meeting.91. Sally became a household name as a result of her popular TV series.92. John incurred his teachers anger.93. He has firsthand experience of the classroom.94. She kept a record of everything that was said at the meeting.95. They could not warn people by electronic mail for fear of spreading the computer virus.96. Jane stands a good chance of being promoted.97. The price of the holiday includes the cost of excursions.98. Charles and his brother look as like as two peas.99. What is in your mind at the moment?100.Shall we go to the new film at the Rex tonight?101.I will be waiting for you outside the station.

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102.Scientists are about to make a vital break through.

103.I work in a 1,500-eployee factory.

104.Hardly had I solved one problem when I was faced with another.105.She seems to be enjoying her new job a great deal.

106.It was hours and hours ago that Mary sang.

107.He takes his wife for granted.108.Knowledge without common sense counts for little important.109.She is by no means poor; in fact, she is quite rich.

110.A new house is out of questionwe cannot afford it.

111.the fact that the judge had been involved in some illegal activities did not come to the lightuntil several years after his death.

112.Spare a/ some thought for those who are at work on this lovely, sunny day!

113.The punishment was out of (all) proportion to the crime.