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New2grammar Posted 18 years ago
Grammar

spend [on]

I spent 3 hours this morning [on] balancing company XYZ's account.

Is it fine to add 'on' into the sentence? Could you explain when spend requires the preposition on?

Thanks!
  

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No "on" here.

— Marius Hancu

  • No "on" here.
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Could you give some example with on? Thanks
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Hi,

I spent $100 on Xmas presents.

But if you want to consider just time, here are a few comments.

I spent 3 hours on my homework. 'on' can't be omitted here.

I spent 3 hours doing my homework. This implies that you fiinished it.

I spent 3 hours on doing my homework. This impli
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If we consider just time, does the version with on usually imply that the action is not completed? For example,

I spent 1 hour on mowing the front lawn.

I spent 2 hours on fixing my car radiator this morning.
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Hi,

Yes, it often implies that.

Clive
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