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Verbs + Prepositions

Some verbs are naturally followed by particular prepositions when introducing a noun, pronoun, or clause. Learn the typical pairing to sound idiomatic.

Examples

Verbs + Prepositions

Some verbs are naturally followed by particular prepositions when introducing a noun, pronoun, or clause. Learn the typical pairing to sound idiomatic.

Examples

Verbs + Prepositions

Some verbs are naturally followed by particular prepositions when introducing a noun, pronoun, or clause. Learn the typical pairing to sound idiomatic.

Examples

Verbs + Prepositions

Some verbs are naturally followed by particular prepositions when introducing a noun, pronoun, or clause. Learn the typical pairing to sound idiomatic.

Examples

Verbs + Prepositions

Some verbs are naturally followed by particular prepositions when introducing a noun, pronoun, or clause. Learn the typical pairing to sound idiomatic.

Examples

Depend on

Use depend on to say that something relies on or is influenced by another thing. This verb naturally takes the preposition on.

Which preposition pairs with 'depend' in the expression 'depend ___ something' to mean ’rely on’?:

of

for

from

on

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Agree with

Use agree with when two opinions match or when someone supports an idea. This expression keeps the preposition with.

Which of these sentences uses 'agree with' correctly?

They agreed with to the terms.

I agree with the contract.

I agree with your opinion.

She agrees with the doctor on treatment.

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Listen to

Use listen to for paying attention to sounds, music, or someone speaking. The verb listen is followed by to.

Which sentence correctly uses 'listen to'?

She listens on the music.

I listen the radio.

I listen to podcasts in the morning.

Please listen to what I have to say.

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Apologize for

Use apologize for when saying sorry for an action or situation. The preposition for introduces the reason.

When you say sorry for a mistake, which preposition do you use?

about

to

on

for

Apply for

Use apply for when requesting a job, position, or opportunity. The preposition for shows what you are seeking.

Choose the sentence that uses 'apply for' correctly:

They applied for to the internship.

He applied for the university.

She applied for the research grant.

I'm going to apply for a visa next week.

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Summary

Verbs + prepositions are fixed expressions that you learn through examples and practice. Pay attention to each verb’s typical preposition so your sentences sound natural.