Use of Prepositions "With," "Over," and "By"


Correct use of With
1. Used to indicate being together or being involved. Example:
I ordered a sandwich with a drink.
He was with his friend when he saw me.
2. Used to indicate "having". Example:
I met a guy with green eyes.
Were you the one talking with an accent?
People with a lot of money are not always happy.
Over
1. Used to indicate movement from one place to another. Example :
Come over to my house for dinner sometime.
They sent over a gift for his promotion.
2. Used to indicate movement downward . Example :
The big tree fell over on the road.
Can you bend over and get the dish for me?

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