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The preposition "at" is used to indicate a position, location, presence, or time.
Examples:
"The plane was flying at its maximum altitude."
"The meeting was at the town hall."
"He was at the dance."
"We went to the movies at five o'clock."
*Idiomatically, there are forms at most and at least indicating an unspecific minimum or maximum. Also at work (toiling), at my request, and at it(fighting).
"There were at least ten cats on my fence last night."
"The neighborhood dogs were at it again."
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What is the right preposition to use with the word 'admit'?
"Admit to"
How can you distinguish a preposition from an adverb?
A preposition will use an object (noun, pronoun, or an equivalent phrase). Example: Getting dirty is part of being a cowboy. (being a cowboy is a noun phrase, object of the preposition of) Where an adverb might also be used as a preposition, look for an object: a noun or pronoun or the equivalent which normally follows the preposition. If there is none, the word in that usage is an adverb. Example: We walked on. (adverb) We walked on the beach. (preposition)
What preposition is the opposite of to?
The opposite directional preposition is from.
How do you use around as an adverb and as a preposition?
To use "around" as an adverb, just make sure that it is not being used in a prepositional phrase. Adverb Example: I have been walking around. In the above example, "around" is not in a prepositional phrase. It is simply a word standing alone. Preposition Example: I have been walking around the house. In this example, "around" is in a prepositional phrase, so it is being used as a preposition.
Is away a preposition?
No, it is not a preposition. "Away" is an adverb or an adjective.
How do you use preposition in a senctence?
You use a preposition in a prepositional phrase, such as "I will be with you in a minute."
What can stand after preposition?
Nouns, pronouns, gerunds, and noun phrases can commonly stand after a preposition in a sentence.
What is one important rule for using preposition?
use the preposition
Can you use the word but as a preposition?
No, "but" is typically used as a conjunction to contrast two ideas or clauses. It is not commonly used as a preposition in English grammar.
What preposition word you use after word prejudice?
The preposition "against" is typically used after the word "prejudice." For example, one might say "prejudice against a certain group of people."
When can you use than as a preposition rather than a conjunction?
When can you use than as a preposition rather than a conjunction?
Can you use preposition an for hospital?
no
How can you use like as a preposition?
no
Where do you use preposition 'of '?
after noun
How do you use At and And?
At is a preposition. And is a conjunction.
What preposition will you use with amazed?
at by
How do you use on as an adverb and as a preposition?
Adverb: I had a hat on. Preposition: I didn't have any money on me.
