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Ending in a preposition

Ending in a preposition

A preposition is a word that creates a relationship between other words, such as with, by, on, in, at, to, or about. Generally, a preposition connects a verb, noun, or adjective to a noun or pronoun.
Often, but not always, a preposition is found before the noun or pronoun in a sentence or clause. For example, the instructional designer ran along the corridor.
Traditionally, grammar rules say not to end a sentence in a preposition but often to change it makes the sentence clumsy or formal. Keep the reader (students) and clarity in mind.

He wondered where she had come from.

Yes

He wondered from where she had come.

No


Who were you talking to?

Yes

To whom were you talking?

No

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