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I believe there is a special term for words that convey relative position but I cannot seem to remember or find what it is.

For example Sam is behind Mitch in the queue.

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I think this question needs expanding. – Richard Rodriguez Dec 20 '12 at 14:52
Have a look at the Deixis Lectures, especially Lecture 2: Space. – John Lawler Dec 20 '12 at 14:56

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They are often called spatial prepositions.

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