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