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Latest post Thu, Jan 4 2007 2:41 PM by Marius Hancu. 1 replies.
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Anonymous  +  310264 Thu, 04 Jan 07 04:28 AM

Hi,

          1. "I have known of him for a long time."

          2.  " I need a favor of you. "

                                Why has OF been used in this awkward way? Could anyone explain me the reason, please?

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Marius Hancu  +  310406 Thu, 04 Jan 07 02:41 PM

1. about is a recognized meaning of of

2. from is a recognized meaning of of

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of

e : from as one that is looked to for something <asked a favor of me> <too much to expect of a child>

http://unabridged.merriam-webster.com
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