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Forpreposition
during; throughout
Contextual Meaning
Here, "for" introduces the length of time during which something has been true: Japan's imperial family has been shrinking throughout several decades. It is used with the plural time expression "decades."
It means that the shrinking has continued throughout a period of several decades.
Usage Tips
Use "for" with a duration, such as "for decades," "for three years," or "for a long time." Use "since" with the starting point, such as "since 2000" or "since last year."
Examples
“The population has been declining for decades.”
The population has been declining throughout several decades.
“The government has discussed the issue for many years.”
The government has discussed the issue throughout many years.
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Common Mistakes
A frequent mistake is using "since" with a duration. Say "for decades" or "for ten years," but say "since 2010" or "since the reform began."
Examples
“The population has been declining for decades.”The population has been declining throughout several decades.
“The government has discussed the issue for many years.”The government has discussed the issue throughout many years.
Common Mistakes
A frequent mistake is using "since" with a duration. Say "for decades" or "for ten years," but say "since 2010" or "since the reform began."
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