At, phrases with Study these examples: At first Byrd and his men were able to take photographs. Byrd at once ordered his men to throw out food sacks. Billy is not at home at present. He's at school. After walking for several hours, we arrived at the village at last. It's a pity you can't come to the concert. At any rate you'll be able to hear it on the radio. I know he's often rude to people, but he's a very pleasant person at heart. I didn't know you wouldn't be coming. At least you could have telephoned me. He behaves very strangely at times. I don't know what I can do about it. I'm completely at a loss. Exercise: Use a phrase with at in place of the words in italics. Make any other necessary changes: 1. We found our way home in the end. 2. He stayed in the house all day yesterday. 3. You must write to him immediately. 4. He cannot see you now as he is busy. 5. He annoys me sometimes. 6. When I saw that the house was on fire I didn't know what to do. 7. When it began I thought it would be a good film but I was wrong. home                                                                                       practice and progress L G Alexander