at this corner

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "at this corner" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to refer to a specific location or intersection in a physical space, often in directions or descriptions. Example: "You will find the coffee shop at this corner, right next to the bookstore."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Academia

Wiki

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

32 human-written examples

"Look at this corner.

The Guardian

"Oh, God, look at this corner post".

The New Yorker

It was not always so civil at this corner.

The New York Times

Description of Dana's Flower Shop which is located at this corner.

The New Yorker

"At this corner," she said, pointing a half-block away, "they shot two guys".

The New York Times

Actuarial information about the probability of a car wreck at this corner.

MIT Technology Review

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

28 human-written examples

Entertainment does not necessarily equal enlightenment, but that is where the art world is, at least this corner of it.

The New York Times - Arts

With this tree, I was there maybe at 7 15 a.m., but I've already been there before, and I know that at 8, this corner is where all the kids congregate to get picked up by the school bus.

The New York Times

Drukman, whose previous plays include "Prince of Atlantis" at South Coast Repertory and "In This Corner" at the Old Globe, is more successful at setting up this situation than he is at resolving it.

Los Angeles Times

It tells us that the beavers are very much at home in this corner of Devon.

The Guardian

All that was gone, and we marveled at how swiftly this corner of city had regained its appearance.

The New York Times

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When giving directions, be specific with landmarks near "at this corner" to avoid ambiguity. For example, "At this corner, you'll see a red brick building; turn left there."

Common error

Avoid assuming that "at this corner" means directly on the corner. Clarify if you mean exactly on the intersection versus nearby but around the corner.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "at this corner" functions primarily as a prepositional phrase, modifying a verb or noun by indicating a specific location. This aligns with Ludwig's observations that the phrase is frequently used to denote a place where something is situated or occurs.

Expression frequency: Common

Frequent in

News & Media

56%

Academia

22%

Wiki

9%

Less common in

Science

6%

Formal & Business

3%

Reference

3%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "at this corner" is a common and grammatically correct prepositional phrase used to denote a specific location, typically an intersection. As Ludwig confirms, it's versatile enough for use in various contexts, primarily in news, academic writing, and general descriptions. For increased clarity, combine "at this corner" with identifiable landmarks when providing directions, and be mindful of the potential ambiguity between being on the corner versus near it. You can use alternatives like "at this intersection" or "on this street corner" for similar meanings. Ludwig indicates the phrase is well-recognized and usable across a range of registers.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

at this intersection

Substitutes "corner" with "intersection", implying a crossing point of two or more streets.

at this junction

Uses "junction" instead of "corner", suggesting a point where things meet or join.

on this street corner

Adds the specification of "street" to "corner".

at this location

Replaces "corner" with "location", making it more generic.

in this locale

Replaces "corner" with a more general term for location.

at this spot

Replaces "corner" with the more informal "spot".

in this vicinity

Uses a broader term, "vicinity", to denote the area around the corner.

in this area

Replaces "corner" with a more expansive term, "area".

on this side

Refers to a general direction/position. Omits the term 'corner'.

here

The shortest and most direct substitution. Greatly reduces specificity.

FAQs

What can I say instead of "at this corner"?

You can use alternatives like "at this intersection", "on this street corner", or "at this location" depending on the context.

Is it better to say "on this corner" or "at this corner"?

Both "on this corner" and "at this corner" are acceptable. "At this corner" might be slightly more common, but the best choice depends on the specific nuance you want to convey.

How do I provide clearer directions using "at this corner"?

Combine "at this corner" with distinct landmarks or visual cues. For example: "At this corner, near the old oak tree, turn right."

What does "around this corner" mean?

"Around this corner" implies just past the corner, on the same street, while "at this corner" refers to the intersection itself.