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- Over
Over generally means directly or vertically above/ directly on top of:
The plane flew over the city.
He held an umbrella over his head.
Movement at a higher level across something:
The birds flew over the trees.
Control or superiority:
The head teacher presides over the staff meetings.
More than a number or age:
There are over 50 people outside.
For you to drive a car, you need to be over 21 years old.
During an event:
We spoke about it over coffee.
- Above
At a higher level:
The water came above our knees.
- Under
Directly beneath:
The ball is under the table.
Less than a certain number, amount or age:
We need under twenty people in class.
She is under the age of five.
Lower status or authority:
He was under her supervision.
In a state:
He drove under the influence of alcohol.
- Below
Below a certain standard or level:
Your result is below average.
- To
Destination:
Mary is going to Mongu.
Indicating a recipient:
Mary gave the bag to Jane.
Indicating a relationship:
She’s an adviser to the minister.
Time or point in time:
The clinic is open from 08:00 hours to 18:00 hours.
Purpose or reason:
They went to buy clothes.
Comparison or ratio:
I prefer tea to coffee
The teacher-student ratio is one to twenty.
- Towards
Direction:
They walked towards Findeco House.
The boat drifted towards the shore.
Attitude or emotion:
How is their attitude towards schoolwork?
They have always been friendly towards me.
Purpose or contribution:
The donation is going towards the well-being of the orphans.
The man donated K50,000 towards the church building.
- From
Starting point, origin, source:
We come from Asia.
Material used for something:
This shirt is made from cotton.
Time:
I work from 11:00 hours.
Cause/ reason:
They were tired from playing football.
Distance:
Our school is two kilometres from town.
To be continued
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