Direction: Fill in the blank with a suitable preposition

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Question 118

English Basic English Grammar Hard

<p><strong>Direction: Fill in the blank with a suitable preposition</strong></p> <p>We have been looking for a new flat ______ ages.</p>

(A) since
(B) for
(C) during
(D) in
✓ Correct Answer: Option B Verified Solution

📘 Step-by-Step Solution & Detailed Explanation:

"For" is used with a period of time (for ages, for two years). "Since" is used with a point in time (since Monday).

"We have been looking for a new flat for ages."

Answer: (B) for

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