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"Some countries have had success at/in the Olympics."
"His performance at/in the championship game was laudable."
"Gymnastics at/in the Olympics is popular with viewers."

Should it be "at" or "in"? How are they different?

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

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Anonymous · Answer

: aMorningOwl"Should it be "at" or "in"? How are they different?

Hello, MorningOwl:

Those two prepositions also confuse me. I checked my books and the Web, and I would like to share some

thoughts. Remember: this is not necessarily the answer.

It appears to me that "at" is often used when you wish to put the emphasis on where:

The United States plans to have a strong representation at the 2012 London Olympics.

It appears to me that "in" is often used when you wish to put the emphasis on the actual games:

The United States won many medals in the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

HAVE A NICE DAY!

Anonymous · Answer

Anonymousi studed english taraslation but i can't speak

Hello, Anonymous:

Don't feel sad. I have known some people who did not speak any English, but after living here in the United States for a

few years (and working with Americans), they were soon speaking (and understanding) English very well.

You probably know that saying: Practice makes perfect. Use every opportunity to speak English. And, of course,

ask any questions here at EnglishForward. I am also a new member, and I have found that almost all of the members are

very nice and want to help us.

HAVE A NICE DAY!

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