After most prepositions, we use a gerund or noun, not an infinitive.
on / upon
He insisted on going to the party.
He insisted on a holiday.
in / into
She is interested in reading novels.
She is interested in history.
at
They laughed at his singing.
They laughed at his mistake.
for
This pen is useful for writing.
This pen is useful for exams.
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