Collocations With The Preposition In Flashcards

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Indicates a person’s readiness or desire to do something.

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In the mood for.

I’m in the mood for pizza tonight.

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To be facing difficulties or problems.

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In trouble.

He’s in trouble with his boss for missing the deadline.

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To have strong romantic feelings for someone or something.

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In love with.

She’s in love with her new partner.

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Being rushed or having limited time available.

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In a hurry.

Sorry, I can’t talk right now, I’m in a hurry to catch my train.

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To have the same opinion or viewpoint.

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In agreement.

We’re all in agreement that the project needs more time.

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Having responsibility or authority over something.

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In charge of.

She’s in charge of organizing the event.

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To support or approve of something.

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In favor of.

The majority of the team is in favor or the new proposal.

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Owing money to someone or a financial institution.

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In debt.

After buying a new car, I found myself in debt.

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Being in communication or contact with someone.

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In touch with.

I’ve been in touch with her about the upcoming project.

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At a point between the beginning and end of an activity or process.

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In the middle of.

Sorry, I can’t talk right now, I’m in the middle of cooking dinner.

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Being sought after or desired by many people.

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In demand.

With her skills, she’s always in demand in the job market.

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Being ahead or in front of others in a competition or race.

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In the lead.

After the first lap, he was in the lead.

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Currently undergoing a series of steps or actions.

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In the process of.

We’re in the process of redesigning our website.

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Being physically or financially healthy or unhealthy.

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In good/bad shape.

After exercising regularly, he’s in a good shape.

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Eventually; after everything else has been considered.

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In the end.

In the end, they decided to cancel the project.

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