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I was at the office today. vs I was in the office today.

Both phrases are correct, but they're used in slightly different contexts. 'I was at the office today' implies being physically present at the office, while 'I was in the office today' suggests being inside the office building. The choice between the word 'at' and the word 'in' depends on the specific location you'd like to emphasize.

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Last updated: September 25, 2024 • 16531 views

I was at the office today.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate being physically present at the office.

This phrase is used to convey the idea of being at the physical location of the office.

Examples:

I was at the office today, working on a new project.
She said she would be at the office today for a meeting.
Were you at the office today when the client called?
He usually spends long hours at the office during the week.
I need to be at the office today to sign some documents.

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I was at the office today telling Kelly about my promotion when Doug walked in on the conversation. Instead of congratulating me or anything he just walked up ...
I was at the office today moving some office furniture around. Before and after picture of the office I worked on today it features two nice size desks with a printer ...
Well I was at the office today for an hour and a half. I didn't even see the doc, I saw the nurse, which I was fine with since they were just well checks. I really hope ...
Feb 24, 2010 ... While I was at the office today Frank kept trying to climb into my backpack, so I decided to give him what he wanted. The funny thing is, once I ...

Alternatives:

I was in the office today.
I went to the office today.
I visited the office today.
I worked at the office today.
I spent the day at the office today.

I was in the office today.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate being inside the office building.

This phrase is used to convey the idea of being inside the physical space of the office building.

Examples:

I was in the office today, organizing my files.
She asked me to meet her in the office today.
He was in the office today, working on the presentation.
Were you in the office today when the fire alarm went off?
I need to be in the office today to set up the equipment.

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Hi Nikki and Michael ~ I was in the office today for the mandatory meeting and received my employee appreciation gift that you give out every year. I can't ...
I was in the office today to get the white spots out of my front two teeth which seem like they have been there forever. I was very nervous as I did not know what to ...
hi I was in the office today . what a surprise to see some one i hav...e met and supported and crossed paths with her journey. if in any way I can help with items ...
@andykelk · Jun 8 · @badgerhunt Arf. I did offer to sit on the bin when I was in the office today to preserve continuity. View conversation · Reply Retweet Favorite ...

Alternatives:

I was at the office today.
I went to the office today.
I visited the office today.
I worked at the office today.
I spent the day at the office today.

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