A number of my colleagues and I had to work late so we went to supper nearby.

Perhaps not that surprising given the number of his colleagues having "bad days" around him.

He was also very supportive throughout their careers to a number of his junior colleagues.

At the same time, a growing number of their colleagues may accept it.

A number of my colleagues have taken offense at being described as such.

"A number of my colleagues are very interested in taking Lott's job at the appropriate time."

I think he is used to saying bluntly what a number of his colleagues in the Commission dress up.

A number of my colleagues wished to speak on the subject, but were not given the opportunity to do so.

We have taken measures to oppose this, with a number of our colleagues.

"A number of my colleagues have offered to help," he said.