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on motorway vs at motorway

Both 'on motorway' and 'at motorway' are commonly used prepositions to describe being on a motorway. The choice between 'on' and 'at' can depend on the context or on the specific location being referred to.
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on motorway

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

The preposition 'on' is used to indicate being physically located on a motorway. It is a common and natural way to describe driving or being on a motorway.

Examples:

  • We are currently on the motorway heading towards the city.
  • There was heavy traffic on the motorway this morning.
  • I saw an accident on the motorway on my way to work.
  • The service station is on the motorway, just after the next exit.
  • The rest area on the motorway is a good place to take a break.

Alternatives:

  • on the motorway
  • on a motorway
  • on the highway
  • on a highway
  • on the freeway

at motorway

This phrase is not commonly used in English. The preposition 'at' is not typically used to describe being physically located on a motorway.

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