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Anonymous Posted 7 years ago
Grammar

Preposition

Can anyone help me?

My friend and I were playing a game, and I suddenly got the character I want, and told him "hey, I got my favorite character on/in step 7."

Which preposition is correct here?

Thanks in advance!

  

Top answer

I'd say 'on', but I don't consider 'in' wrong. CJ

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  • I'd say 'on', but I don't consider 'in' wrong.
  • CJ
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I'd say 'on', but I don't consider 'in' wrong.

CJ

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The expected duration is the factor to consider.

"In" implies a length of time, whereas "on" is more about relative position.

Exs: In class, a teacher might say you are "on number 5," "on page 6," but "in Chapter 7."

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Either can be used. The governing factor here might be euphony. "On" is easier to pronounce than "in," in the sentence, "...I got my favorite character ____ step 7.", when it is said loudly and excitedly."

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