Prepositions

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4 years ago

_______ the difference in their ages Nina and Den are very happy with each other.

In connection with

Despite

Because of

Athough

It is correct to say 'despite'.

It's sunny. Why are you carrying an umbrella? - Just __ case

in

at

on

for

It is correct to say 'in case'.

Alex was sleeping ______ the lecture.

with

during

by

for

We should use 'during' in the meaning of 'within a certain period'

Jessica is only 6 but she has already learned a few poems ___ heart.

by

in

at

on

'By heart' means 'to memorize by rot, word for word'.

Ella entered the room and smiled ______ Jose.

on

in

for

at

It is correct to say 'smile at somebody'

I'm so angry that my parents decided _______ buying a dog. I want it so much!

on

over

from

against

When we take a negative decision we 'decide against' something.

My brother rejoiced ___ hearing the news.

on

at

from

for

It is correct to say 'rejoice at something'.

The club succeeded ___ winning the championship.

on

at

in

for

It is correct to say 'succeed in'.

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Nice.

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4 years ago

Wow. I learned new things about prepositions..Thank you for that Sir. 😇

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4 years ago