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on your mailbox vs in your mailbox

Both 'on your mailbox' and 'in your mailbox' are correct phrases, but they have different meanings and contexts. 'On your mailbox' implies that something has been physically placed on top of a mailbox, while 'in your mailbox' suggests that something is inside the mailbox (including an inbox for an email account). The choice between the two depends on whether you are referring to the exterior or interior of the mailbox.
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on your mailbox

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to something that is physically located on top of the mailbox.

Use 'on your mailbox' when describing something that is placed on top of the mailbox, such as a flag or a decoration.

Examples:

  • There is a bird perched on your mailbox.
  • Please check if there is a package on your mailbox.
  • I mean, what does it say on your mailbox?
  • You know she's the one who wrote that on your mailbox, right?
  • On motorcycle decapitations in your mailbox.
  • I saw your name on the mailbox.
  • Drop this in the mailbox on your way out.
  • I left a flyer in your mailbox.
  • This thing could be activated by your mailbox key.
  • Excuse me, your mailbox is...
  • Meet me at your mailbox pm.
  • Yes, they were in your mailbox.
  • Shouldn't keep your key in your mailbox.
  • I left my contact information in your mailbox.
  • Your gardener left this sharp dismembering tool out by your mailbox.
  • The excitement of seeing an envelope from a friend in your mailbox.
  • The excitement of seeing an envelope from a friend in your mailbox.
  • I could also leave it in your mailbox.
  • The instructions and the down payment you'll find tomorrow in your mailbox.
  • You told me your mailbox ID and MSN password.
  • I left it in your mailbox.
  • Like those rare moments when your only option practically shows up in your mailbox.

Alternatives:

  • on top of your mailbox
  • above your mailbox
  • atop your mailbox
  • sitting on your mailbox
  • resting on your mailbox

in your mailbox

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to something that is inside the mailbox.

Use 'in your mailbox' when describing something that is contained within the mailbox, such as letters, packages, or flyers.

Examples:

  • Check if there is any mail in your mailbox.
  • I left the keys in your mailbox.
  • On motorcycle decapitations in your mailbox.
  • Yes, they were in your mailbox.
  • Shouldn't keep your key in your mailbox.
  • I could also leave it in your mailbox.
  • I left a flyer in your mailbox.
  • I'm so sorry. I forgot to get a release form from you, so I ran it by and put it in your mailbox.
  • I always turn my phone off before I put it in your mailbox.
  • Tell me, how was it special with the girl who puked in your mailbox or the girl who says she doesn't wear shoes
  • It's in your mailbox.
  • I left my contact information in your mailbox.
  • The excitement of seeing an envelope from a friend in your mailbox.
  • The excitement of seeing an envelope from a friend in your mailbox.
  • The instructions and the down payment you'll find tomorrow in your mailbox.
  • I left it in your mailbox.
  • Like those rare moments when your only option practically shows up in your mailbox.
  • Your phone, an old 8x10 glossy, and a note from Dr. Joan to you left in your mailbox.
  • I'll drop 'em in your mailbox when I get home from work.
  • Go home, taking the key with you, and put the key in your mailbox.
  • Some groups support automatic replies through email to enable you to test whether your entered identity is correct and mail-replies actually arrive in your mailbox.
  • Somebody put it in your mailbox?

Alternatives:

  • inside your mailbox
  • within your mailbox
  • contained in your mailbox
  • placed in your mailbox
  • stored in your mailbox

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