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Term: to
Description:
The word "to" is a preposition that indicates direction, destination, relationship, limit, and purpose. It is also used as an infinitive marker in verb phrases and can function as a particle in phrasal verbs.
Senses and Usages:
Sense 1: Indicating Direction or Destination
- To the park
- He went to the store.
- I'm driving to New York.
Sense 2: Relationship
- I gave the book to her.
- The key belongs to him.
Sense 3: Limit
- You have until Friday to complete the assignment.
- We walked for miles to reach the summit.
Sense 4: Purpose
- I need to study to pass the exam.
- She works hard to achieve her goals.
- He gave a speech to inspire the audience.
Sense 5: Infinitive Marker
- I want to eat cake.
- She needs to exercise regularly.
Sense 6: Particle in Phrasal Verbs
- He broke down when the news was delivered to him.
- They called off the meeting due to bad weather.
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