1. He continued working the assumption that nothing had changed.

2. The document was drafted the basis of international law.

3. He refused to comment the grounds of confidentiality.

4. The company is currently the mercy of global market forces.

5. all likelihood, they'll announce the merger next week.

6. The country was the verge of collapse after years of conflict.

7. the absence of clear rules, we followed our own procedures.

8. The new regulation was imposed compliance with EU standards.

9. The system operates the framework of international cooperation.

10. a bid to improve efficiency, the company restructured its departments.

11. The charity was founded memory of the late benefactor.

12. The new initiative was launched the aegis of the World Health Organization.

13. The report was prepared line with international safety standards.

14. He made the announcement the spur of the moment, without any preparation.

15. the long term, these measures may prove more harmful than helpful.