Errors in the use of preposition
DO NOT SAY
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SAY
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The man was absorbed
at his work.
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The man was absorbed
in his work.
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She accused the man for
stealing.
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She accused the man of
stealing.
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Ali is afraid from the dog.
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Ali is afraid of the dog.
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We believe to God.
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We believe in God.
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Sarah complained for the
weather.
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Sarah complained about the
weather.
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I have great confidence
to you.
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I have great confidence
in you.
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The man was cured
from his illness.
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The man was cured
of his illness.
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Many people have died
from malaria.
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Many people have died
of malaria.
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I have no doubt
for his ability.
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I have no doubt
of (or about) his ability.
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The woman was dressed
with black.
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The woman was dressed
in black.
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This is an exception
of the rule.
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This is an exception
to the rule.
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Edward failed from math last
year.
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Edward failed in math last
year.
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Fanny was glad
from receiving your letter.
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Fanny was glad
about receiving your letter.
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My sister’s good
in math.
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My sister’s good
at math.
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