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It's not "with in": understanding the common mistake

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 09/10/2024, 18:49
English.me team member

What kind of error is it?

With in or within. What's correct?

Spelling and grammatical error

Why do people make this mistake?

People often mistakenly separate "within" into "with in" due to confusion or a lack of understanding that "within" is a single word serving as a preposition.

What is correct?

The correct form is "within," which is a preposition or adverb that means "inside the limits of something" or "not exceeding a particular time or spatial boundary."

Examples of correct usage

  • The report will be completed within three days.
  • Please stay within the boundaries of the park.
  • We must finish the task within the allocated time.

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