When we use certain verbs, nouns, or adjectives, they can be followed by a preposition which we have to memorize.

Dependent Prepositions: of, from, for, to, in, at, about, on

ashamed of

I am ashamed of my bad grades.

solution to

Our team found a solution to the problem quickly.

room for

My son wants a desk in his bedroom, but there is no room for one.

lend to

I often lend money to my siblings.

unaware of

He is unaware of his snoring.

steal from

Recently I feel my company steals time from me.

famous for

He is famous for his unique style.

cost of

The cost of living is becoming too high for many people.

addiction to

He has an addiction to gambling.

rise in

There has been a rise in labor unions over the past few years.

believe in

My daughter believes in Santa and sent him a letter.

sensitive to

I am very sensitive to loud noises.

guilty of

He has been found guilty of the crime.

jealous of

He was jealous of his friend's success.

afford to

I can't afford to go on a big trip this year.

attached to

Our son is attached to his teddy bear.

cure for

There is still no cure for cancer.

borrow from

I will borrow clothes from my sister.