The use of 'onto'

English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
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Someone tell me the proper use of the preposition ‘onto’.
Thanks.

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Hi,

‘Onto’ usually suggests movement as in: The glass fell from the table onto the floor… The lion leaped onto the smaller animal. It can also be used in a figurative sentence suggesting making contact with as in: I’ll get onto the police officer tomorrow.

Alan

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Thanks Alan,

Your answer is highly appreciated. Thanks for taking time in posting in response to my question. Take care,
Prasun.