To vs. For
Use TO in these cases:
Destination – “We’re going TO Korea.”
What time it is – “It’s quarter TO 2PM.”
Distance – “It’s about five miles from my house TO the university.”
Comparing – “I prefer sleeping TO working.”
Use FOR in these cases:
Benefits – “Yogurt is good FOR your digestion.”
Period of time – “We’ve lived here FOR two years.”
Schedule – “I made an appointment FOR tomorrow.”
Agreeing with something – “Are you FOR or against the development of this new apartment complex?”
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