PREPOSITIONAL PHRASES

Question 1

I'm completely ___________ to explain why anyone still visits museums - they're so dull.

Accepted Answer

at a loss

Question 2

It was nothing _________________ that 200 people were at my wedding - we have a huge family.

Accepted Answer

out of the ordinary

Question 3

Although the library is quite informal, __________ is it permitted for anyone to bring in food or drink.

Accepted Answer

by no means

Question 4

We're launching a new campaign to raise money _____________ the Genie Foundation.

Accepted Answer

in the aid of

Question 5

Paolo was ill on my wedding day, but thankfully, George stepped in _______________ and gave a great best man's speech.

Accepted Answer

at short notice

Question 6

I was ______________ that the Haka was part of the Aboriginal culture, but I was wrong.

Accepted Answer

under the impression

Question 7

The intricate detail on the dresses in this display are entirely _____________ the style of that time.

Accepted Answer

in keeping with

Question 8

In previous centuries, it would have been _______________ for a monarch to talk to their subjects face-to-face

Accepted Answer

out of the question

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