Question

Choose the appropriate preposition and fill in the blank:

I have searched everywhere ____ John but I have not been able to find him.

• A. for
• B. about
• C. after
• D. of

Answer 1

The correct option is A for

The given sentence indicates a sense of concern , therefore 'for' is the suitable answer. Since 'for' is used to show the sense of concern. Thus option A is correct. On the other hand 'about' is used to define a connection, hence option B is inappropriate for the given sentence. The preposition 'after' is generally used something or someone following, while 'of' is used to denote any belonging or relation. Since the sentence speaks about the sense of concern , option C and D are incorrect.

The completed sentence thus becomes: I have searched everywhere for John but I have not been able to find him.