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A preposition is a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause.
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What preposition I should use here: "a job at/in/on/another Junior-engineer position"?
The sentence is pretty awkward (at least to my American ears). I think it needs to be reworded. There are a few options. The most natural would be:
I've found a job as a junior engineer.
Another …
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Difference between "in time" and "on time"
In time
Suggests that you arrived, or accomplished the desired task, at a time sufficient to be effective. Typically, this means "at or before a deadline."
We finished cleaning the house in time for …
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Difference between "regard of" and "regard to"
With regards to...
Is probably preferred.
In regard to...
Can also work.
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Problem (with) doing something
Either will be understood, and can be correct, but in my opinion the inclusion of the word "with" has a connotation of a more general problem.
There is a problem sending this form.
This probably …
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