Missing Tool Palette & Audio Meters!!!

Hi all. My first post.
A question: Is there a way to reset or lock the windows beyond simply Window > Arrange > Standard ?
The above function restores the browser, timeline and clip viewers, but the tool palette and audio meters have moved off-screen. I've tried every combo of maximizing, moving and minimizing the other windows, but with no luck. All I can see is the pointer tab on the tool palette. Very frustrating indeed.
My own fault, since I mess around with the window and tool positioning so much. Please offer any suggestions or similar experiences. Thanks.
-Chris

Thanks Tom for responding! Even though closing and relaunching the program didn't work, when I restarted the box it worked fine. The palette & all windows reset.
Thx,
-Chris

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