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in my place vs at my place

Both "in my place" and "at my place" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "In my place" is used to refer to someone acting as a substitute or replacement, while "at my place" is used to indicate a location, typically where someone lives or where an event is taking place.

Last updated: March 27, 2024 • 4688 views

in my place

This phrase is correct and commonly used to refer to someone acting as a substitute or replacement for oneself.

This phrase is used when someone is asking another person to take their position or role temporarily.

Examples:

  • Can you teach the class in my place tomorrow?
  • I can't make it to the meeting, could you go in my place?
  • She will be speaking in my place at the conference.
  • They kidnapped me and sent Emma in my place.
  • Try to put yourself in my place.
  • I got a reliable man in my place.
  • Elect someone to go in my place.
  • Now the big man is in my place.
  • Thought it would look great in my place.
  • Bruening is there in my place.
  • It might be easier if I'm in my place.
  • He did his homework in my place.
  • You really put me in my place.
  • I asked her to go in my place.
  • You left it in my place.
  • You sent Akita-san in my place and now he's dead.
  • Exactly what you'd be doing in my place.
  • The girl who died in my place.
  • The girl fell asleep in my place that afternoon.
  • - If you were in my place...
  • Earl, he's in my place.
  • Sit in my place, today is a holiday for everyone.
  • While I'm gone, Nezo shall rule in my place.

Alternatives:

  • as my substitute
  • as my replacement
  • instead of me

at my place

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate a location, typically where someone lives or where an event is taking place.

This phrase is used to specify the location where someone lives or where an event is happening.

Examples:

  • You're welcome to come over and watch the game at my place.
  • The party will be at my place this weekend.
  • Can we meet at your place later?

Alternatives:

  • at my house
  • at my home
  • at my residence

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