Our refrigerator is ________ again.We'd better buy a new one instead of repairing it.
A.in order B.by order
C.under order D.out of order
(2013·湖北高考)An artist who was recently traveling on a ferry to the southern island discovered ________ a long lost antique Greek vase.
A.at random B.by chance
C.in turn D.on occasion
(2013·江苏高考)I am always delighted when I receive an email from you.________ the party on July 1st, I shall be pleased to attend.
A.On account of B.In response to
C.In view of D.With regard to
(2013·东北三校一模)________ his career as an actor he never gave up his hope of becoming a Hollywood star.
A.Throughout B.Within
C.For D.In
(2013·福建高考)Mrs.Smith finds it hard to clear up the mess, as her children are always ________ whenever she tries to.
A.in the way B.on watch
C.in sight D.on the line
(2013·浙江高考)It will be a big help if you go to the store and get what we need for dinner.________, I'll set the table.
A.As a result B.On the whole
C.In the meanwhile D.As a matter of fact