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In grammar what is prepositional phrases of place?

A prepositional phrase of place tells you where something is or where something happens. It's made up of:

* A preposition: This word shows the relationship between the noun or pronoun that follows it and the rest of the sentence. Examples: *in*, *on*, *under*, *above*, *behind*, *next to*, *near*, *at*, *from*, *to*, *through*, *around*.

* An object of the preposition: This is a noun or pronoun that the preposition is describing.

Here are some examples:

* The book is on the table. (The phrase "on the table" tells you where the book is.)

* They met at the coffee shop. (The phrase "at the coffee shop" tells you where they met.)

* I found my keys under the couch. (The phrase "under the couch" tells you where the keys were found.)

* She lives in a small town. (The phrase "in a small town" tells you where she lives.)

Here are some prepositional phrases of place with different prepositions:

* In the kitchen

* On the roof

* Under the bed

* Above the clouds

* Behind the curtains

* Next to the window

* Near the park

* At the library

* From the store

* To the beach

* Through the forest

* Around the corner

Prepositional phrases of place are essential for providing specific and detailed descriptions in writing and speaking. They add clarity and paint a vivid picture for the reader or listener.

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