in a hurry Things done in a hurry are done badly. at a glance She saw at a glance that something had happened. To be at a loss She was at a loss what to say. to have a good time Last night we went to an evening party and had a very good time. as a result As a result of the inhabitants’ strenuous efforts the damaged city was soon rebuilt. it is a pleasure It is a pleasure to read beautiful poetry. it is a shame It is a shame not to know these elementary things. it is [...]