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What is the difference between in and at and on ?Feel free to just provide example sentences.
What is the difference between in and at and on ?Feel free to just provide example sentences.
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- English (US)
In: This word means surrounded by or encircled by.
eg. Right now, I am in my room.
eg. I am in the United States of America. I am in New York City.
eg. She is in the pool. She is in the ocean. He is in the lake or pond or bathtub.
*if you are surrounded by the location, then you are in that location.
eg. I am in bed.
eg. You can find the answer in the book.
- English (US)
On: This word means specific location.
eg. I am in my room, but I am on a chair.
eg. The keys are on the table.
eg. I am on the bed.
- English (US)
At: This word means general location.
*If the place that you are talking about is big, like an airport, hotel or even your house, use the word at.
eg. I am at home.
eg. They are at the beach.
eg. Sara is at work.
eg. He is at school.
*At can also be used for time.
eg. I have English class at 8am.
eg. I will have brunch on Monday morning.
eg. Please, be careful when driving at night.
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