Prepositions - Prepositions of Sequence and Condition

These prepositions either clarify the sequence in which events take place or introduce conditions for something to happen.

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Prepositions
after
after [conjunction]

at some point subsequent to when something happens

Ex: After the storm passed , the streets were flooded .
before
before [conjunction]

used to indicate that one event happens earlier than another event in time

Ex: Let 's have lunch before we start the meeting .
following
following [preposition]

used to indicate what happens as a result of something

Ex:
prior to
prior to [preposition]

used to indicate that something happens or is done before a particular event or point in time

Ex: The guests arrived early to enjoy the cocktail hour prior to the wedding ceremony .
subsequent to
subsequent to [preposition]

following in time or order

Ex: Subsequent to the storm , power outages lasted for days .
in the wake of
in the wake of [preposition]

used to convey that something is happening or exists after and often due to another event or action

Ex: In the wake of the economic downturn , many businesses had to downsize or close .
failing
failing [preposition]

‌used to present an alternative suggestion in case something does not happen or succeed

Ex: Failing a resolution to the conflict , mediation may be necessary .
in case of
in case of [preposition]

if a specific situation or event occurs

Ex: In case of rain , the outdoor event will be moved indoors .
in the event of
in the event of [preposition]

if a particular situation occurs

Ex: We have a contingency plan in place in the event of severe weather .
Prepositions
Prepositions of Place Prepositions of Vertical Position Prepositions of Horizontal Position Prepositions of Distance and Proximity
Prepositions of Movement and Direction Prepositions of Time Prepositions of Relative Time Prepositions of Duration and Repetition
Prepositions of Comparison and Similarity Prepositions of Difference and Contrast Prepositions of Purpose and Intention Prepositions of Manner and Medium
Prepositions of Instrument and Agency Prepositions of Ownership and Responsibility Prepositions of Topic Prepositions of Inclusion and Categorization
Prepositions of Exclusion Prepositions of Cause and Reason Prepositions of Company and Connection Prepositions of Absence and Separation
Prepositions of Support or Opposition Prepositions of Target and Destination Prepositions of Attribution and Preference Prepositions of Level and Range
Prepositions of Material and Origin Prepositions of Quantity and Mathematic Relations Prepositions of Parameter and Specification Prepositions of Exchange and Substitution
Prepositions of State and Influence Prepositions of Rank and Occupation Prepositions of Sequence and Condition Prepositions of Alignment
Prepositions of Reference Prepositions of Basis