Preposition + Gerund

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Preposition + Gerund by Mind Map: Preposition + Gerund

1. Preposition can ba followed by nouns, pronouns, or gerund

1.1. I apologized to Alison. (noun)

1.2. I apologized to her. (pronoun)

1.3. I apologized for forgetting her graduation day. (Gerund)

2. Some verbs are usually followed by certain prepositions.

2.1. I apologize for arriving late.

2.2. I look forward to seeing you.

2.3. I’m thinking of moving out.

2.4. I’m dreaming of graduation.

2.5. I decided against going out.

2.6. I insist on paying for our lunch.

2.7. I succeeded in school.

2.8. I asked about applying fo a job.

3. Some adjectives are followed be certain prepositions.

3.1. I’m tired of waiting for you.

3.2. I’m used to having coffee for breakfast