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Preposition before noun

“Of agenda” or “with agenda”?

“With agenda” can be correct when describing something that includes an agenda. “Of agenda” is generally not a natural English combination before the noun “agenda”.

Quick answer

Which form is correct?

Use “with agenda” when an agenda is included or present, such as “a meeting with an agenda.” Avoid “of agenda” in standard English; use phrases like “agenda of the meeting” instead.

We scheduled a meeting with an agenda
The chair shared the agenda of the conference
She prefers discussions with a clear agenda

Choose the pattern by meaning

These forms are not interchangeable. Choose the construction by meaning, not by which preposition appears most often.

1
with + agenda

Showing that something includes an agenda

Use “with” when an agenda is present as a feature or accompaniment.

They held a workshop with a detailed agenda
2
agenda of + event/group

Naming whose agenda it is

Use “agenda of” to identify the event, organisation, or person connected to the agenda.

We reviewed the agenda of the committee
3
on the agenda

Talking about planned discussion topics

The fixed expression “on the agenda” refers to items planned for discussion.

Budget cuts are on the agenda today

See the difference in context

The same subject can take different constructions because each sentence answers a different question.

Construction
Example
Meaning
with agenda
a session with a clear agenda
something includes or has an agenda
of agenda
not standard before the noun “agenda”
English normally uses “agenda of ...” instead
agenda of
the agenda of the meeting
shows ownership or association
on the agenda
Climate policy is on the agenda.
planned for discussion

Common mistakes

Some combinations appear in real text but do not mean what learners often assume.

Using “of agenda” before the noun

English does not normally use “of agenda” as a fixed phrase.

✕ a document of agenda ✓ an agenda document

Forgetting the article after “with”

Countable singular nouns usually need an article.

✕ meeting with agenda ✓ meeting with an agenda

Using “agenda” when “schedule” is meant

An agenda is a list of discussion points, not a timetable.

✕ The train agenda changed. ✓ The train schedule changed.

Quick practice

Choose the expression that matches the intended meaning.

1. They organised a workshop ___ a detailed agenda.
2. We discussed the agenda ___ the board meeting.
3. New proposals are ___ the agenda this week.

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Frequently asked questions

Is “of agenda” natural English?

Usually no. English normally uses “agenda of ...” instead.

Can I say “with agenda”?

Yes, especially in phrases like “a meeting with an agenda” or “a plan with a clear agenda.”

What is the most common expression with “agenda”?

“On the agenda” is one of the most widely used expressions.

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