The reviews of the play were glowing but as a ......... of fact I thought it was terrible!
matter
15
Most people are car lovers. Even ........, cars cause enormous damage to the environment.
so
15
........ most people pass their Proficiency exam first time round a number of candidates will, sadly, fail.
While / Whereas / Although
15
The hotel was poor, the food terrible, and we had torrential rain for the whole week. ........ short, the holiday was a disaster.
In
15
As far as the police were ........., they decided not to press charges against the thief this time round.
concerned
15
........ the bank was shut all weekend they weren't able to withdraw any cash.
As / Since
15
I wouldn't apply for that job if I were you. In ........ case, the advert says you have to have a clean driving licence and you haven't even passed your test yet.
any
15
Broadly ........, young people are concerned with finding a good career once they have graduated from university.
speaking
15
My boss is biased ........ me, which explains why I'll never get promoted if I stay with this company.
against
15
Marco had severe misgivings ........ taking the June exam as he felt he just wasn't ready.
about
15
People who eat an unhealthy diet are susceptible ........ all kinds of illnesses and diseases.
to
15
My cousin talked ........ length about his recent holiday and bored everyone to death!
at
15
When Rose was unfaithful to Joshua she threw herself ........ his mercy and asked him to forgive her.
on / upon
15
When I was younger I wanted to be an air pilot but I soon went ........ the idea when I realised I hated flying.
off
15
The government's plans to reduce crime came ........ for a lot of criticism from freedom groups.
in
15
Anna: This problem's driving me crazy!
Joe: Well, have you tried standing ........ from the situation and evaluating it objectively?
