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Kinston AG Posted 10 years ago
Grammar

Preposition

Hi,

Which is the most suitable preposition in the sentence below?

I worked for or with the New York Times for two years.

Thanks.
  

Top answer

"For" is right here - "with" would not be used in this situation. But you have two "for's" in a row then, which is a little awkward-sounding. "

— Anonymous

  • "For" is right here - "with" would not be used in this situation.
  • But you have two "for's" in a row then, which is a little awkward-sounding.
  • "
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"For" is right here - "with" would not be used in this situation. But you have two "for's" in a row then, which is a little awkward-sounding. So you might also say:

"I worked at the New York Times for two years."
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