10 Examples of Prepositional Phrases

Prepositional Phrase is a group of words that work as a preposition.

In simple words, when a phrase begins and ends with a Preposition (of, at. by. with, from, over etc.) it is called a Prepositional Phrase.

10 Examples of Prepositional Phrases

10 Examples of Prepositional Phrases

  1. With a view to,
  2. By dint of,
  3. in the middle of,
  4. In comparison with,
  5. In connection with,  
  6. in the interest of,
  7. In order to,
  8. On account of,
  9. On the verge of,
  10. in lieu of 

10 Examples of Prepositional Phrases in Sentences

  1. With a view to improving her health, she started going to the gym regularly.
  2. By dint of hard work, he was able to achieve his goals.
  3. He left the room in the middle of the discussion.
  4. In comparison with her previous job, her new position had better benefits.
  5. In connection with the investigation, the police questioned several witnesses.
  6. He always worked in the interest of the entire family.
  7. In order to succeed you have to work hard.
  8. On account of the bad weather, the flight was delayed.
  9. On the verge of tears, she told him the heartbreaking news.
  10. You will get books in lieu of the medal.

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