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in my spare time vs on my spare time

The correct phrase is "in my spare time." "On my spare time" is not a standard expression in English.
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Last updated: September 01, 2024 • 23670 views

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"in my spare time"

This phrase is used to describe activities that someone does when they are not working or busy with other responsibilities.

Examples:

  • In my spare time, I enjoy reading books.
  • I like to paint in my spare time.
  • In my spare time, I volunteer at the local shelter.
  • She practices yoga in her spare time.
  • In my spare time, I like to explore new hiking trails.
  • Sep 10, 2012 ... I think the correct usage is "in my spare time" (http://idioms.thefreedictionary.com/in+spare+time). The usage of "on" you're thinking of is ...
  • Sep 30, 2024 ... Being an engineer means I can break things in my spare time too ... Last Sunday morning I was emptying the ash from our wood pellet furnace — ...
  • Jul 27, 2024 ... r ... But like i said i did the project only in my spare time so it took like 3 months to finish.
  • Apr 23, 2022 ... How I became a children's author in my spare time... and how you can too.
  • Feb 1, 2019 ... Ghost Leviathan I drew in my spare time. r/subnautica - Ghost Leviathan. Archived post. New comments cannot be ...
  • Mar 17, 2022 ... 116 likes, 12 comments - twotakes on March 17, 2022: "In my spare time I set up Ring cameras for my grandparents.".
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  • Sep 12, 2024 ... I am a developer by trade and in my spare time, I enjoy writing apps. It's something I think a lot of other engineers do too, ...

This phrase is not a standard English expression.

"on my spare time"

  • Sep 10, 2012 ... This is a general reference question (too basic). Suggest your friend compare "in my spare time" and "on my spare time" using the Google Ngram ...
  • Sep 27, 2024 ... Logo design I did on my spare time for a fangame in development. ... r ...
  • Aug 5, 2017 ... What can I do on my spare time just to benefit myself? 2,170 Views.
  • Feb 22, 2019 ... Made a Healing Mystic Drawing on my spare time uwu · Comments Section · Community Info Section · More posts you may like.
  • Mar 1, 2024 ... 332 likes, 67 comments - thalitaleiite on March 1, 2024: "Hobby on my spare time I like to model Tell me which one is your favorite?
  • Your cash balance never expires. Can I receive a refund on funds I have placed on my Spare Time Gift Card? A: This offer is non-refundable after purchase.
  • Aug 4, 2024 ... 15 likes, 0 comments - maxmarinart on August 4, 2024: "Worked on another Book Cover on my spare time from the regular hustle.
  • Oct 23, 2024 ... 22 years ago I was goofing around on my spare time while working at Blackberry and I made a mobile game called Brickbreaker.
  • Feb 16, 2011 ... I do occasionally write some code on my spare time, but I do it for fun, not because I intend to gain some professional growth or recognition.

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