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Preposition: The Indirect Object Is Often Preceded by "To" For "For."
Preposition: The Indirect Object Is Often Preceded by "To" For "For."
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Often, the preposition "to" (and sometimes "for") will precede the
indirect object, which makes spotting the indirect object much easier.
This happens when the direct object (bold text) comes before the
indirect object.
She gave a letter to Jennifer.
Compare the example above to this:
She gave Jennifer a letter.
(The preposition "to" is now omitted.)
Here are some more examples with "to":
He presented the prize to the winning captain.
He bought lunch for Alison.
When giving jewellery as a present, I'm
giving protection to someone I care about. (Actress Sofia Boutella)