Prepositions - Prepositions of Manner and Medium

These prepositions indicate how something is done or through what channel or medium it is achieved.

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Prepositions
by [preposition]

used to show how something is done or achieved

Ex: The book was translated by using modern technology .
in [preposition]

used to indicate the language or means of communication

Ex: The presentation was delivered in sign language .
like [preposition]

used to indicate the manner or way of doing something

Ex: What were you thinking leaving without saying goodbye like that .
by [preposition]

used in expressions showing how something occurs

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on [preposition]

used to specify the medium for transmitting, recording, or storing information

Ex: How much music can you store on this MP3 player ?
through [preposition]

used to indicate the method or channel by which something is done

Ex: The funds were raised through donations .
astride [preposition]

used to indicate a position where someone is sitting or standing with a leg on each side of an object

Ex: He sat astride the horse , ready to ride into the distance .
with [preposition]

used to indicate the means or method employed to accomplish a particular action or goal

Ex: They cut the cake with a sharp knife .
without [preposition]

used to indicate not having or being deprived of a particular element

Ex: She faced the challenge bravely , without fear .
by way of [preposition]

through a particular method, route, or means

Ex: They communicated with each other by way of email .
by means of [preposition]

by using or with the help of something

Ex: She cured her insomnia by means of meditation and yoga .
by dint of [preposition]

through the force, effort, or influence of someone or something

Ex: He rose to prominence by dint of his hard work and dedication .
via [preposition]

used to indicate that something or someone moves or travels by passing through a place on the way to another

Ex: She flew to Paris via London .