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Prepositions Function

A preposition is a word that shows the relationship of a noun or pronoun to another word in the sentence. It often indicates position, direction, time, manner, or purpose.

Senses and Usages

1. Position:

In terms of position, prepositions indicate where something is located in relation to something else. For example:

• She left her bag under the table.
• The cat is on the roof.

2. Direction:

Prepositions can also indicate the direction in which someone or something is moving. For example:

• He walked towards the park.
• The plane flew over the mountains.

3. Time:

Prepositions are used to show when an action occurred or will occur. For example:

• We will meet at 7 PM.
• She always goes for a walk before dinner.

4. Manner:

Prepositions can describe how an action is performed. For example:

• He painted the picture with a brush.
• They sang the song in harmony.

5. Purpose:

Prepositions can indicate the purpose or reason for doing something. For example:

• She went to the store for some milk.
• He studied hard for the exam.

Sample Sentences

1. She sat beside him during the movie.

2. The book is inside the bag.

3. They traveled across the country by train.

4. The meeting will take place in the conference room.

5. The students listen to their teacher with great attention.

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