Compound Prepositions - Attribution & Consequence
Discover how compound prepositions like "according to" and "in case of" express attribution and consequence in English.
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in (the) light of
[preposition]
because of a particular situation or information
Ex: We made changes to the in light of the weather forecast .
on the part of
[preposition]
from the perspective or responsibility of a particular individual or group
in case of
[preposition]
if a specific situation or event occurs
Ex: We have in case of accidents or injuries .
on the cusp of
[preposition]
at the starting point of a major development or change
Ex: She on the cusp of a new chapter in her life .
on the verge of
[preposition]
very close to a particular state, situation, or event, often with the implication that it is about to happen or reach a certain point

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