Prepositions of Attribution and Preference

used to indicate who is supposed to have or use something or where something is intended to be put

I bought a ticket for the concert this evening.

to feel that someone or something is good, enjoyable, or interesting

He doesn't like the feeling of being rushed.

marked by dissimilarity

to the same extent or degree, used in comparisons to show equality or intensity

She can run as quickly as her brother.

used to show a particular place or position

I saw him at the grocery store.

used to indicate someone's or something's ownership or relation to a thing or person

He's the director of a successful company.

to or at higher position without direct contact

The kite soared high above the treetops.

at a later time than something

After dinner, we'll watch a movie.

at an earlier point in time

I had visited that city before.

at a position above or higher than something

Smoke hung over the burning building.

causing a negative consequence or cost to someone or something in order to benefit another

His success came at the expense of his personal life, as he devoted all his time to work.

in accordance with one's desire or liking

She ordered the vegetarian dish out of preference for plant-based meals.