Compound Prepositions - Reference & Relation

Dive into English compound prepositions for reference and relation, like "as regards" and "on behalf of".

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Compound Prepositions
as regards
as regards [preposition]

used to indicate a connection or reference to something else

Ex: As regards the budget , we need to discuss possible cuts .
(in|with) reference to
(in|with) reference to [preposition]

used to indicate a relationship or connection to something

Ex: With reference to the report , I have a few questions about the findings .
with a view to
with a view to [preposition]

with the intention of achieving or considering something

Ex: They drafted the proposal with a view to securing funding for the project .
in exchange for
in exchange for [preposition]

as a transaction where one thing is given or done to receive another as compensation or consideration

Ex: He agreed to work overtime in exchange for extra pay .
(with|in) regard to
(with|in) regard to [preposition]

used to show that the following statement or discussion is about a specific topic, highlighting its importance and relevance

Ex: With regard to your question about the budget , let 's discuss potential allocations .
(in|with) relation to
(in|with) relation to [preposition]

referring to or concerning a particular topic, subject, or context

Ex: In relation to your inquiry about the project timeline , we anticipate completion by next month .
in terms of
in terms of [preposition]

referring to or considering a specific aspect or factor

Ex: The project was successful in terms of meeting deadlines and objectives .
on behalf of
on behalf of [preposition]

used to indicate that someone is acting or speaking for another person or group

Ex: He donated money to the charity on behalf of his family .
on the basis of
on the basis of [preposition]

used to indicate the grounds, reasons, or foundation upon which a decision, judgment, or action is made

Ex: They made their decision on the basis of available evidence .
on the subject of
on the subject of [preposition]

regarding a particular topic or issue

Ex: On the subject of healthcare , there are ongoing debates about access and affordability .
as for
as for [preposition]

used to introduce a new topic

Ex: As for dinner tonight , how about we try that new restaurant downtown ?
with respect to
with respect to [preposition]

concerning a specific topic or issue

Ex: With respect to your inquiry about the company policy , I will provide you with more information shortly .
as {sb} [pleases]
as {sb} [pleases] [phrase]

used to indicate that someone is free to do something in whichever way they prefer

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Compound Prepositions
Place or Time Quantity or Degree Similarity or Contradiction Purpose & Intention
Reference & Relation Attribution & Consequence Association & Compliance Conformity & Connection
Exception & Exclusion Means or Cause Availability or Preference