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  1. 24-Mar-2011, 16:58 #1
    Maria Villanueva
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    When is the right way to use in or on? For example: on or in his absence you will be the acting manager.
  2. 24-Mar-2011, 18:01 #2
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    Default Re: in/on

    Quote Originally Posted by Maria Villanueva View Post
    When is the right way to use in or on? For example: on or in his absence you will be the acting manager.
    NOT A TEACHER.

    I would write "during his absence," but I think "in his absence" is also ok.

    "During his absence you will act as the manager."
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