15 Use the prepositions from the box to complete the sentences. about, at, in, to, without, on, of, for, from 1. Dad objected ________ constructing a new barn as we didn't have enough money. 2. Mark wanted to participate ________ the discussion very much as it was his project. 3. Sally looks forward ________ using this modern device as she is fond of new gadgets. 4. Dolly was used ________ leaving the house rath- er early as she lived far from the office and hated to be late. 5. The new gadget functions ________ any difficulty. 6. Albert said he had hidden the papers ________ purpose. 7. We all believe ________ the power of modern technolo- gy. 8. The fridge has been ________ use for twenty years. 9. I will prevent my friends ________ going there. 10. I think you should apologize ________ your words. 11. Jane has complained ________ the low level of service in the hotel. 12. Who is to blame ________ our defeat? 13. The athletes decided to win the match ________ all costs.