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Complete Advanced Complex Prepositions

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  • Scientists are now able to explore the deepest parts of the ocean _____ _____ _____ advanced technology.
    by means of
  • We worked for five hours a day _____ _____ _____ meals and accommodation.
    in exchange for
  • _____ account of
    on
  • _____ keeping _____
    in keeping with
  • The negotiator offered a substantial sum of money _____ _____ _____ the safe release of the hostages, hoping to resolve the tense situation peacefully.
    in exchange for
  • _____ _____ _____ tradition, the bride wore white at her wedding. (two possibilities)
    In keeping with / On account of
  • She’s bought an electric guitar _____ _____ _____ her old acoustic one.
    in place of
  • _____ _____ _____ (fitting appropriately with) local traditions, there will be a summer dance in the park on 1 May.
    In keeping with
  • I think we could both help each other out here. _____ _____ _____ (in return for) sharing your notes, I’m happy to provide you with some extra data you may not have.
    In exchange for
  • _____ regard _____
    with regard to
  • _____ exchange _____
    in exchange for
  • _____ _____ _____ the company's new environmental policy, employees are expected to reduce their carbon footprint and become more environmentally friendly. (two possibilities)
    With regard to /On account of
  • _____ means of
    by
  • _____ keeping with
    in
  • Many schools are adopting digital learning platforms _____ _____ _____ traditional textbooks.
    in place of
  • _____ behalf _____
    on behalf of
  • _____ _____ _____ the whole family, I’d like to thank you for being with us today.
    On behalf of
  • Last night’s concert was performed _____ _____ _____ a charitable trust.
    in aid of
  • The outdoor music festival had to be postponed until the following weekend _____ _____ _____ the severe weather conditions.
    on account of
  • The charity organization held a gala dinner _____ _____ _____ youth education programs.
    in aid of
  • This is a two year course taught _____ _____ _____ lectures and seminars.
    by means of
  • _____ account _____
    on account of
  • Natasha’s company has decided to let her go _____ _____ _____(because of) her poor timekeeping during the past few months.
    on account of
  • The lawyer spoke _____ _____ _____ his client.
    on behalf of
  • _____ means _____
    by means of
  • The band I saw wasn’t well known – _____ _____ _____. Only a few of the audience members knew who they were.
    far from it
  • _____ _____ _____ (representing) the organisation, I’d like to apologise to you all.
    On behalf of
  • _____ aid _____
    in aid of
  • His cousin played music very much _____ _____ _____ folk traditions.
    in keeping with
  • I couldn’t sleep _____ _____ _____ the bright light outside my window.
    on account of
  • in exchange _____
    for
  • I saw someone protesting outside today. Do you know what it’s _____ _____ _____ (in order to help)? I couldn’t read the banner.
    in aid of
  • _____ place _____
    in place of
  • We are now completely contactless. Please use cards _____ _____ _____ (as a substitue for)cash payments.
    in place of
  • _____ _____ _____ (on the subject of) most people’s concerns about the new development, it is too early to say how it will affect the local area.
    With regard to
  • The winners of this year's art competition will be  selected _____ _____ _____ (by using) a public vote.
    by means of
  • on behalf _____
    of
  • I am writing to you _____ _____ _____ your recent enquiry.
    with regard to