Prepositions - Prepositions of Inclusion and Categorization

These prepositions indicate inclusion, exemplification, or part to whole relations between the elements of a sentence.

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used to indicate inclusion within a group, set, or category

Ex: The athlete is among the top contenders for the championship .

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including or taking a particular thing or person into account

Ex: She has nothing to wear, counting the clothes in the laundry.

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used to indicate that something or someone is part of a particular group, place, or thing

Ex: The picture is in the magazine .

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used to point out that something or someone is part of a set or group

Ex: The trip covers all expenses, including flights and accommodation.

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used to indicate that something is included as part of a group, category, or set

Ex: She sits on multiple panels.

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placed in or categorized within a particular heading or classification

Ex: This species is classified under endangered animals .

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used to specify a particular member of a broader group

Ex: The country of Brazil is known for its diverse ecosystems .

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used to indicate the number or proportion of elements that meet a specific condition within a larger set

Ex: She completed 7 out of 8 assignments for the semester.

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used to provide an example

Ex: He likes fruits like apples , oranges , and bananas .

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used to introduce examples of something mentioned

Ex: Environmental factors such as pollution and deforestation can have a significant impact on ecosystems .

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