Prepositions - Prepositions of Purpose and Intention

These prepositions are used to clarify the intention or purpose behind and action.

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Prepositions
for [preposition]

used to indicate who is supposed to have or use something or where something is intended to be put

Ex: These cookies are for the school bake sale .

because of caring about someone or something and wanting to make a situation better for them

Ex: They stayed together for the sake of the children .

used to indicate the justification for an action

Ex: The leaders negotiated a peace treaty in the name of diplomatic relations .
for the purpose of [preposition]

with the intention or aim of achieving a specific objective or goal

Ex: The committee was formed for the purpose of organizing the event .
out of concern for [preposition]

motivated by a feeling of worry, care, or consideration for someone or something

Ex: He took a day off work out of concern for his daughter , who was feeling unwell .
in pursuit of [preposition]

in the act of seeking, striving for, or trying to achieve something

Ex: The team worked tirelessly in pursuit of the championship title .
in order to [preposition]

with the intention of achieving a specific goal or outcome

Ex: They worked overtime in order to finish the project on time .
towards [preposition]

with the purpose of achieving something

Ex:
for [preposition]

used to indicate the intended interpretation behind a word, concept, or gesture

Ex: " Love " is a term used for expressing deep affection and care .
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 .

with a deliberate purpose or plan to accomplish a specific objective

Ex: They organized the meeting with the intention of resolving the issue .
with hopes of [preposition]

with the expectation or desire for a positive outcome

Ex: They started their own business with hopes of achieving financial independence .