Is it ok to use "to" instead of "by" here? Would it change any nuances of this sentence?
Native speaker’s answer
Rebecca
Yes, it is fine to use the preposition "to" in place of "by" here. There is a slight difference in nuance between "by" and "to", however, it would not affect the overall meaning of the sentence. "By" implies that someone will "stop by", or go somewhere on their way from somewhere else. "By" is used a little more casually than "to" in this context. Here's a few examples of this: Ex: She stopped by the bank on her way home. Ex: I am going to the doctor because I have an appointment.