Prepositional phrases

Front

I cooked the rice __________ the directions on the box.

Back

according to

Front

I was late for work _________ the snowstorm, making driving a nightmare.

Back

because of

Front

I wrote the letter __________ my client.

Back

on behalf of

Front

Julian was determined to win __________.

Back

at all costs

Front

I wanted to buy blue jeans but they were ___________.

Back

out of stock

Front

I was ___________ that admission was free.

Back

under the impression

Front

Timothy was not trying to frighten me __________; he was just being honest.

Back

on purpose

Front

My new boss explained the job __________.

Back

in detail

Front

Prices have increased _________ by five percent.

Back

on average

Front

They are, __________, the nicest people I've ever met.

Back

without a doubt