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  1. 05-Jan-2012, 17:35 #1
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    Default at vs in

    A naked and frightened 16-year-old girl had to cover herself with newspapers and search for help after she was molested by a 58-year-old man at a forested area around Mandai Road.

    Should 'in' be used instead of 'at'?

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    Default Re: at vs in

    AmE would use "in."
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    Default Re: at vs in

    So would BE.
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