Reverse does not usually require a fixed preposition. In and by can appear in separate meanings such as amount, method, or location.
Reverse often takes a direct object, as in reverse a decision. Reverse by can describe amount or method. Reverse in usually introduces an area or category where a change happens, not a fixed complement.
These forms are not interchangeable. Choose the construction by meaning, not by which preposition appears most often.
Reverse commonly takes a direct object without a preposition.
By can show how much something changes or the method used.
In introduces the place or field where something reverses.
The same subject can take different constructions because each sentence answers a different question.
Some combinations appear in real text but do not mean what learners often assume.
Reverse often works directly with an object.
✕ They reversed on the decision. ✓ They reversed the decision.By does not normally introduce the place where reversal happens.
✕ The trend reversed by Europe. ✓ The trend reversed in Europe.Do not insert in between reverse and its object.
✕ She reversed in the rule. ✓ She reversed the rule.Reverse means change direction or undo, not go back physically.
✕ He reversed to home. ✓ He returned home.Choose the expression that matches the intended meaning.
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No. Reverse commonly takes a direct object, such as reverse a decision.
Yes, when by introduces amount or method.
Yes, when in adds context or location, such as reversed in Europe.
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