Prepositions - Prepositions of Distance and Proximity
These prepositions are used to indicate how near or far something or someone is from another entity.
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between
[preposition]
in, into, or at the space that is separating two things, places, or people
Ex: The book is placed between the notebooks and the pen holder.
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Sign in
for
[preposition]
used to indicate the extent or distance of something
Ex: The hike went on for miles through the dense forest.
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Sign infrom
[preposition]
used to show the origin or starting point of a distance or interval
Ex: The school is located three miles from the city center.
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near
[preposition]
at a short distance away from someone or something
Ex: The children became happy when they found out that the playground is near the apartment building.
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Sign inwithin
[preposition]
in the limits or boundaries of a place
Ex: The restaurant is situated within the historic district.
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next to
[preposition]
in a position very close to someone or something
Ex: The basketball court is situated next to the fitness center, encouraging physical activities and sports.
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Sign inup against
[preposition]
in close proximity or in direct contact with something
Ex: The chair was pushed up against the table.
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Sign inin close proximity to
[preposition]
within a short distance of something or someone, suggesting a minimal physical separation between them
Ex: The new office building is in close proximity to public transportation.
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Sign inaround
[preposition]
used to indicate a general location or an area near a specific point
Ex: There's a great diner around the block.
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Sign inbeside
[preposition]
next to and at the side of something or someone
Ex: The cat curled up beside the fireplace.
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