Difference between “combination of ” and “combination between”
English Language & Usage Asked by macio.Jun on June 23, 2021
I have read both two uses:
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The combinations of a, b and c, taken two at a time, are ab, bc, ac.
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We can not help but noticing a harmonious combination between classic and contemporary.
Are both uses interchangeable? Perhaps substitute combinations among for combinations of in the first sentence? Any idea is appreciated.
2 Answers
When two or more things are combined, it is a combination of them. You cannot have a combination 'between' or 'among.' 'Of' is the correct preposition to use.
Correct answer by Tony Balmforth on June 23, 2021
What Tony said. Here's the ngram
Answered by Born2Smile on June 23, 2021
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