Review Exercise: Verb/Adjective+Preposition Combinations
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As you fill in each blank below with an appropriate preposition, say the entire sentence ALOUD to
reinforce the V/A+prep combination in your mind -- repeat this speaking exercise several times on your
own. Alternative preposition choices in parentheses follow some sentences.
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A plantain is similar _______ a banana.
Are they really married _________ each other?
Are you accustomed ____________ the humidity here?
Are you addicted ___________ coffee?
Are you angry _________ me. (also: at)
Are you aware __________ the situation?
Are you familiar _________ this author?
Are you interested __________ folk music?
Are you nervous ____________ your job interview?
Are you ready __________ an adventure?
Are you searching _________ a soul mate?
Be content _______ what you have.
Be sure to warn him __________ the danger. (also: about)
Children are dependent ___________ their parents.
Congratulations! We’re so happy ________ you.
Could you help me ___________ these suitcases?
Deprived ________ water for two days, I became exhausted.
Do you agree ______________ me?
Does it matter _________ you what I wear?
Does this earring belong ___________ anyone here?
Don’t complain __________ the food.
Don’t get so angry ___________ such a small thing! (also: over, at)
Don’t wait __________ the bus; let’s walk!
Everything is clear _______ me now.
Have you contributed money __________ your local library?
Have you ever heard ___________ Paris, Texas? (also: about)
He apologized __________ her for his rudeness.
He arrived __________ Thailand yesterday.
He complained ___________ me about my cat.
He died ___________ eating tainted meat. (also: of)
He excels _________ swimming. (also: at)
He prefers to focus _________ one task at a time.
He seems sure ____________ the facts. (also: of)
He told the boss ________ the problem. (also: of)
He was accused __________ shoplifting.
He was always faithful _________ his wife.
He was blamed __________ causing the accident.
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He was found guilty ___________ treason.
He’s hungry ___________ new challenges.
He’s jealous _________ his brother’s success.
He’s kind ________ strangers.
He’s looking _________ the pretty picture hanging on the wall.
He’s really attached _________ her.
He’s still sad ___________ losing his job.
Her apartment was furnished __________ a bar and stools.
His grandmother took care ________ him every summer.
How could you discuss that ________ them?
How did you dispose __________ your old cell phone?
How is your point relevant _________ this discussion?
How many times have you been absent _______ class?
I always dreamed __________ owning my own business. (also: about)
I always replace sugar _________ honey in that recipe.
I borrowed $20 _______ a friend of mine.
I can’t believe how fast he recovered __________ cancer!
I don’t care ____________ your past; what matters is now.
I dreamed __________ my project last night. (also: of)
I excused him __________ being late.
I feel I can confide _________ you.
I had a talk ___________ my landlord about the rent.
I heard __________ your new apartment.
I look forward ___________ seeing you.
I need to confer ___________ you today on several issues.
I spoke _________ the president when he visited our class. (also: with)
I talked ___________ my boss about a raise. (also: with)
I think she’s capable ________ leading the country.
I was prohibited _________ entering my old building.
I will rely __________ my wife to plan the menu.
I wonder __________ that.
I’d like to respond _________ your question.
I’ll ask her ____________ some help.
I’ll introduce you ___________ my family.
I’ll probably vote ________ her.
I’ll speak to him _________ the noise.
I’m concentrating ________ career-related vocabulary.
I’m curious ____________ the way you did this.
I’m grateful _________ everything you’ve done.
I’m grateful _________ you for helping me.
I’m heading ________ Soho; want to join me? (also: to)
I’m not going to argue __________ you over money.
I’m not related ________ him.
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If you persist _________ nagging your sister, you’ll be sorry.
It’s hard to compare his style __________ hers. (also: with)
Kentucky is famous _________ its bluegrass.
Let me speak _________ you about that later. (also: to)
Let me explain ________ you exactly what we have in mind.
Let’s collaborate ________ another team on that project.
Let’s hope _________ good weather.
Lincoln is remembered _________ several key achievements.
Maybe we should invest _________ that company's stock.
Mingle and be friendly _______ everyone. (also: to)
Most people are afraid _____________ sharks.
My desk is cluttered __________ magazines.
My essay compares his art __________ his life. (also: to)
My neighbor’s dog always barks _________ me.
My ring is made __________ titanium. (also: from, with)
New Yorkers are exposed __________ high noise levels.
Nobody cares __________ you more deeply than I do. (also: about)
Nurses cared __________ wounded soldiers in the hospital.
One more guest was added __________ the group.
Our company is engaged __________ a major lawsuit.
Our neighbors are friendly _______ us. (also: with)
Please be polite _________ our guests. (also: with)
Please don’t be annoyed ___________ me. (also: at)
Please don’t stare _________ me.
Pray _______ rain; we need it!
Red wine and chocolate are good ___________ you.
Several inmates escaped ________ the local jail.
She apologized __________ her bad manners.
She applied __________ a position at IBM.
She asked him ___________ his vacation.
She died ___________ old age.
She disagrees ____________ his opinion on that.
She excels _________ physics. (also: in)
She graduated _________ the University of Virginia.
She has participated ___________ several key projects.
She insists __________ eating fresh fruit every day.
She invited me __________ a party.
She invited me __________ a walk along the beach.
She is crazy ____________ women’s basketball. (also: for)
She is equal __________ him in intelligence.
She was convicted ___________ theft.
She’s engaged __________ her high school sweetheart.
She’s fond __________ ice cream.
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She's already taken care ________ the hotel reservations.
Some small planes are equipped __________ parachutes.
Something good happened _______ me.
Sometimes you have to fight ________ what is right.
Sorry! I forgot ____________ your party last Saturday.
Success consists ________ valuing and delivering excellence. (meaning: is comprised of [formal])
Take advantage __________ New York's vibrant nightlife.
Thanks for being so good ________ us.
That brand name is associated _________ jeans.
The archers aimed their arrows _________ their targets.
The boss objects ________ your casual behavior in meetings.
The candidates disagree ___________ several issues. (also: about [casual])
The CEO claimed to be innocent _________ wrongdoing.
The children hid _________ the babysitter.
The entire jury was convinced ________ his innocence.
The experts scoffed __________ the president's proposal.
The field was covered ___________ blueberry bushes. (also: in)
The gum is stuck _________ my shoe. (also: on)
The lecturer glanced _________ her watch several times.
The mayor is dedicated __________ improving the schools.
The puppy was rescued _________ the burning building.
The singer was dressed _________ white.
The square was crowded _________ people.
The teacher excused us _________ class early.
The warm weather seems connected ______ global warming. (also: to)
Their expertise is limited _________ residential real estate.
They always argue ___________ money. (also: over)
They are confident __________ my judgment. (also: about, of)
They disagree ___________ many things. (also: on)
They finally agreed __________ the terms of our proposal. [formal/business] (also: on)
They were responsible ___________ the design change.
They’re committed __________ solving the problem.
They're eager __________ new challenges at work.
They’re thirsty __________ knowledge.
They're excellent __________ predicting the weather. (also: in)
This book is full ___________ photographs.
This candy consists _________ chocolate and caramel.
Too much of anything is bad ___________ you.
Try to be patient __________ your colleagues.
Vermont is known __________ its beautiful countryside.
We admire you _________ your decisiveness.
We agreed ___________ the site for the launch. (also: to [formal/business])
We all laughed __________ his comment.
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We don’t approve ___________ your behavior.
We finally heard __________ our uncle, who is touring Asia.
We listened ____________ the radio last night.
We need to confer ________ what to do. (also: about)
We should separate the beer ________ the soda. (also: and)
We succeeded __________ locating his apartment. (also: at)
We talked __________ the stock market.
We thank you _________ your generosity.
We want to prevent her __________ hurting herself.
We warned them __________ the volcano. (also: of)
We'd like to compensate you ___________ the damage.
We’re concerned ____________ your health.
We’re confident __________ success! (also: about)
We’re happy ___________ her new career.
We’re heading ______ Spring Street right after class. (also: for)
We're departing ________ New York at 7 p.m. (meaning: leaving New York; preposition is optional)
We're departing New York _______ New Zealand next week. (meaning: going to New Zealand)
We’re leaving __________ New Zealand next week. (meaning: going to, departing for)
We’re sure ____________ the facts. (also: about)
We’re willing to forgive them __________ their crimes.
What do you get when you subtract 9 ___________ 25?
What do you know _________ Beethoven? (also: of)
Who paid __________ my dinner?
Why are you angry _________ me? (also: with)
Why are you upset ________ me? (also: at)
Why argue __________ such a small thing? (also: over)
Will you be applying __________ Harvard next year?
Would you agree with me ___________ that? (also: on)
Would you like to subscribe __________ a daily newspaper?
You can count ________ him; he’s reliable.
You can do it! We believe ________ your ability.
You can substitute honey _________ sugar in that recipe.
You can’t protect your children __________ everything.
You’re always so nice ________ me.
You're so good __________ young children. (meaning: talented/skilled at handling)
You’re so talented! I’m envious ___________ you.
Your apartment is quite different _________ mine.
Your country is blessed _________ beautiful forests.
Your keyboard is not connected _________ your computer. (also: with)
Your parents will be proud _________ you.
Your tie doesn’t coordinate ________ your shirt.