Getting the preposition right with Martin McMorrow August 15 -> August 25, 20 10

Terms	Definitions
to	She was never fully committed ----- the project.
with/to	Compared _----- Facebook, MSN looks very old-fashioned.
with/against	It was unfair having to compete ----- teams with much more experience than us.
on	Everyone complimented him ----- his award.
of	The rock is composed ----- carbon, oxygen and hydrogen.
on	Let me congratulate you ----- your wonderful achievement.
of	Our evening meal consisted ----- watery soup and dry bread.
with	I'm fairly content ----- my current situation.
with/to	Her friendly attitude was in sharp contrast ----- the way she'd first greeted us.
between	There's a striking contrast ----- the careers of the two brothers.
with	I'm finding it hard to cope ----- the demands of a full-time job and a part-time degree.
for	The referee was severely criticised ----- not awarding an obvious goal.
to	The accident caused long-lasting damage ----- the reputation of the company.
on	Have you decided ----- a date?
against	We've decided ----- moving to the city, because it would be too expensive.
to	She's 100% dedicated ----- her training programme.
as	The term "stakeholder" is defined ----- "anyone with an interest in the project"
for	There is a growing demand ----- Chinese-speaking managers.
on	My involvement is dependent ----- my company's willingness to give me the time I will need.
as	Would you describe yourself -----good-looking?
from/off	The new phones soon disappeared ----- the shelves as people rushed to get the latest model.

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