From

preposition

1. Used to indicate source or provenance.

   "I got a letter from my brother."

2. Originating at (a year, time, etc.)

   "This manuscript is from the 1980s."

3. Used to indicate a starting point or initial reference.

   "Face away from the wall!"

4. Indicating removal or separation.

   "After twenty minutes, remove the cake from the oven."

5. Indicating exclusion.

   "A parasol protects from the sun."