Verbs That Take Prepositions
www.la.utexas.edu › users › bumpVerbs That Take Prepositions UNDERGRADUATE CENTER Phrasal verbs, also known as two-word verbs, are verbs that require specific prepositions. Because preposition following the verb affects the verb's meaning, writers must use the proper verb-preposition combination in order to communicate clearly. Saying "Jane believed John" means something entirely
Phrasal Verbs and Prepositions
www.crk.umn.edu › sites › crkBecause these verbs rely on prepositions for their meaning, writers need to use a proper verb-preposition combination to communicate clearly. “I brought cake from the party” means the opposite of “I brought cake to the party,” and “I brought cake the party” is nonsensical. Below are some of the most common verb-preposition combinations.