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    Default attraction

    This attraction to exotic plants grew as European nations moved into other parts of the world.

    Is "to" correctly used here?

    Could I use "of" or "for" instead?

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    Default Re: attraction

    Both are possible.
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    Default Re: attraction

    You mean "to" "for" "of" ALL are possible, don't you?

    Do you mean the same?

    Thanks!

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    Default Re: attraction

    I wouldn't use "of" in that sentence, I suppose "for" is just about acceptable.
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    Default Re: attraction

    Quote Originally Posted by bhaisahab View Post
    I wouldn't use "of" in that sentence, I suppose "for" is just about acceptable.
    I agree.

    Sorry, jasonlulu; I read your post too quickly, and didn't notice the 'of'.
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