Spelling and homophone error
People confuse "in vein" with the correct phrase "in vain" because they sound the same; they are homophones. Additionally, "vein" is a familiar word related to anatomy, which can lead to confusion.
The correct phrase is "in vain," which means "without success or result." It is used to describe actions that do not achieve the intended outcome.
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