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used to show when something happens within a particular time frame
- The flowers bloom in spring.
- I was born in September.
- The festival takes place in the summer.
- They will arrive at the airport in the morning.
- The movie will be released in 2026.
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used to indicate being in a particular situation, mood, or physical state
- She was in tears after hearing the news.
- The town is in ruins after the storm.
- He stood in silence, unsure of what to say.
- The baby is in a deep sleep.
- The team was in high spirits after the win.
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used to indicate the cause or reason for a feeling or reaction
- He winced in pain after the fall.
- They cried in joy at the surprise.
- She left in frustration.
- He smiled in relief once it was over.
- They clapped in appreciation.
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used to indicate a particular characteristic being measured, judged, or noticed
- They are similar in tone but not in content.
- He's weak in math but excels in writing.
- The bags differ in size and shape.
- I've seen no improvement in your attitude.
- That car is lacking in safety features.
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used to indicate that something or someone is part of a particular group, place, or thing
- She is the only woman in the board of directors.
- John is the newest member in our team.
- The book is in the list of recommended readings.
- I found the answer in the article.
- John is the newest member in the company.
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used to indicate someone's participation in a profession, industry, or institution
- She's in advertising and works with big brands.
- He's in law school, hoping to become a prosecutor.
- They've been in tech since the early 2000s.
- I have a cousin in the military.
- He's in finance and knows a lot about markets.
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used to indicate the language or means of communication
- The book is written in English.
- Please submit the form in ink.
- The presentation was delivered in sign language.
- He answered the question in a whisper.
- The message was encoded in binary, making it unreadable without a key.
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used to indicate the context or sphere within which the action is taking place
- In managing a team, effective communication is crucial.
- In conducting scientific research, accuracy and reproducibility must be prioritized.
- Every word must be chosen with precision in drafting legal documents.
- In training athletes, consistency often matters more than intensity.
- Input from multiple departments is essential in developing new policies.
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used to describe the relationship between one part and the whole
- One in five voters supported the measure.
- Three in ten homes now use solar panels.
- Only one in a hundred people knew the answer.
- Two in every group failed the test.
- One in six people have experienced this issue.
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used to indicate spatial organization or structure
- The chairs are placed in a circle.
- The kids stood in rows for the photo.
- The tables were set in a U-shape.
- The books were sorted in alphabetical order.
- We gathered in small groups to discuss.
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used to refer to clothing or uniforms someone is wearing
- He arrived in a sharp black suit.
- They marched in full uniform.
- He looked great in that tuxedo.
- The actor appeared on stage in costume.
- He was in jeans and a T-shirt.
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used to indicate something sensed, heard, or seen
- He confessed in my hearing.
- The ships were in view as we approached the harbor.
- Their laughter was in earshot.
- The lights were in plain sight.
- The music was in my ears all morning.
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used to describe something as part of a person's or thing's natural character or capacity
- He has it in him to lead.
- I knew you had it in you to succeed.
- She found forgiveness in her heart.
- You've got a true friend in me.
- You've always had a spark in you.