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New Hope Posted 11 years ago
Grammar

on/in a shelf

Which is correct, "on" or "in" the sentences below. I have seen the use of both words in such sentences.

There were 8 books on/in a shelf. John put 4 more books on/in it.
  

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I always say "on a shelf".

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  • I always say "on a shelf".
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I always say "on a shelf".
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So may i conclude that it's a matter of choice and both are acceptable?
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No; "on" is the correct preposition.
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