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Term: in on

Description:

"In on" is a commonly used phrase in English that can serve as a preposition or a particle. It has various senses and usages, both popular and local, depending on the context in which it is used.

Senses and Usages:

1. Preposition - Location or Position:

When used as a preposition, "in on" indicates location or position within a particular place or on a specific surface.

• Sense 1.1: Used to denote being inside or within something:
  • She is in the room.
  • I left my keys in the car.
• Sense 1.2: Used to denote being on a surface or attached to something:
  • The spider is on the ceiling.
  • She wears a ring on her finger.

2. Preposition - Time or Deadline:

When used as a preposition, "in on" indicates a specific time or a deadline.

• Sense 2.1: Used to denote a specific day, month, or year:
  • The meeting is scheduled on Monday.
  • I need to submit the report in two days.
• Sense 2.2: Used to denote a general timeframe:
  • We are going on vacation in summer.
  • Please finish the project on time.

3. Particle - Phrasal Verb:

"In on" can function as a particle in phrasal verbs, often changing the meaning of the verb.

• Sense 3.1: Used in phrasal verbs related to starting or participating in an activity:
  • She decided to join in on the fun.
  • Let's log in on the website.
• Sense 3.2: Used in phrasal verbs related to informing or updating someone:
  • I'll fill you in on the details later.
  • Can you catch me up on what happened?

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