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  1. 01-Feb-2012, 05:09 #1
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    Default in/on train

    Would it be acceptable if I use : She 's in the train right now.(instead of 'on the train')? Is there a difference?
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    Default Re: in/on train

    The usual preposition is 'on'.
    Context is always important; labelling is rarely important.

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