We are within _______________ of reaching our annual sales goals, thanks to our recent expansion into Asian markets.

Sadly, the newspaper had to either cut its editorial staff _______________ reduce the salary of every employee.

In order to receive compensation for flood damage to your house, you need to _______________ a claim with the City Hall.

It is very likely that because Mr. Wright cannot attend the meeting _______________ , his company will not receive the contract.

The staff received _______________ instructions not to open the conference room door until after the presentation.

Mrs. Regina's flight was postponed, enabling her to stay _______________ Denver one more day.

_______________ the successful summer season, the manager doesn't think he can afford to add a new wing to the hotel.

If you don't like the oven you bought, you can always return it for a full _______________ .

We thought that our online advertising campaign would be successful, but _______________ has responded to the newsletter we sent out.

After the teachers found the school principal had given herself a 15% pay rise, they  _______________  plans to hold a strike.