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Preposition

usgb/ˌprepəˈzɪʃn/Volume
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Location Clues

Prepositions provide specific location details within a sentence, like 'above', 'below', 'between'.

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The painting hung above the fireplace.
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Time Indicators

Some prepositions indicate when something happens, such as 'before', 'after', 'during'.

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We will start the meeting before noon.
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Movement Direction

Prepositions can show the direction of movement, like 'toward', 'into', 'out of'.

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The cat ran toward the tree.
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