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via

prep.
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ˈvaɪə// UK //vˈaɪɐ// via Academic Archaic General-service

prep. by going through a specific place or using a specific method. You use it to show the route you take or how you send information.

prep. by way of a particular location or through the medium of a specific system or person.


SIMPLE

We flew to Tokyo via London.

CONTEXTUAL

The technician updated the device's software via a wireless connection to the main server.

COMPLEX

The signal travels from the sensor to the control unit via a series of copper wires, ensuring that the data remains stable even in high-interference environments.

Usage

Typically precedes a noun phrase indicating a route, method, or medium.

Pitfall

I sent it via of emailI sent it via emailVia is a preposition and does not require 'of' or other prepositions to follow it.

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