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we placed the order in April vs we placed the order on April

The correct phrase needed here is "We placed the order in April." The preposition "in" is used to indicate a specific month, while "on" is used for specific days or dates. Therefore, in this context, "in" is the appropriate preposition to use with the month of April.
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Last updated: June 18, 2024

we placed the order in April

This phrase is correct. The preposition "in" is used to indicate a specific month.

Use "in" when referring to a specific month. For example, "We placed the order in April."

Examples:

  • She was born in January.
  • They will travel to Europe in September.
  • The event is scheduled in December.
  • We usually take a vacation in August.
  • The project deadline is set in November.

Alternatives:

  • we placed the order in April
  • we placed the order in the month of April

we placed the order on April

This phrase is incorrect. The preposition "on" is not used to refer to a month.

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