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New2grammar Posted 18 years ago
Grammar

decline in/of

Farmers say their businesses are feeling the sting of the decline [of/in] honey bees.

Are both prepositions correct?
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Yes, but for stylistic reasons "in" is better in this sentence.

— Feebs11

  • Yes, but for stylistic reasons "in" is better in this sentence.
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Yes, but for stylistic reasons "in" is better in this sentence.
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