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indicating the point in space at which a journey, motion, or action starts

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He walked from the house to the car.
Il a marché de la maison à la voiture.
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The package arrived directly from the factory.
Le colis est arrivé directement de l'usine.
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indicating the point in time at which a process, event, or activity starts

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The store is open from 9 AM to 5 PM.
Le magasin est ouvert de 9h à 17h.
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She has been working here from last year.
Elle travaille ici depuis l'année dernière.
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indicating the source or origin of someone or something

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This tradition comes from ancient times.
Cette tradition vient des temps anciens.
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I received a letter from my friend.
J'ai reçu une lettre de mon ami.
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indicating separation or removal

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Keep the children away from the fire.
Éloignez les enfants du feu.
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He prevented me from leaving.
Il m'a empêché de partir.
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