for vs since

for vs since
  The prepositions for and since are often used with time expressions.
  For indicates a period of time.
  For example:
  I have been working here for 2 years.
  Since indicates a point in time.
  For example:
  I have been working here since the year before last.
  ♦ !Note - Just remember this sentence "For a length of time, since a point in time."

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