Preposition Usage
Jared Aragona
Use prepositions properly
Use prepositions according to their meaning and for proper idiomatic phrases.
“On” refers to the surface, while “in” refers to being inside something.
Tami was involved on a meeting when Frank arrived. – Incorrect
Tami was involved in a meeting when Frank arrived. – Correct
Stan stood in the observation deck overlooking the city. – Incorrect
Stan stood on the observation deck overlooking the city. – Correct
Geraldo enjoyed weightlifting on his spare time. – Incorrect
Geraldo enjoyed weightlifting in his spare time. – Correct
The MLCKRB (Master List Code Key and Rule Book): An English Grammar & Style Handbook by Jared Aragona, CC BY 4.0
