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within

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preposition

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of within
Noun
Fundamentally, the system works by detecting the movement of fluid within. Sushma Subramanian, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 July 2025 The farmstand facade, with its deep porch and metal overhang, hints at just some of the goodies within, from fresh fruits and veggies to preserves and jams. Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 7 June 2025
Adverb
Elevate your compliance program within your organization. Kevin Akeroyd, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025 The new film incentive fund would bolster an existing program that provides cash grants for films and TV shows that primarily shoot in Texas and hire a significant portion of their crews from within the state. Alex Driggars, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Preposition
Johnson is delicious in this scene, a perfect mix of bumbling and lit-from-within, but her performance crumbles like clay in the grasp of such a plodding script. Lauren Puckett-Pope, ELLE, 16 July 2022 For the lit-from-within glow, the Beauty Light Wand in Peachgasm was applied and set with Cheek to Chic powder blush in Pillow Talk, the brand's signature shade. Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 10 June 2022 See All Example Sentences for within
Recent Examples of Synonyms for within
Noun
  • Prioritize child and pet safety: Be vigilant about never leaving young children and pets in vehicles without supervision, especially during periods of intense heat, as car interiors can quickly become extremely hot.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2025
  • The interior is a triumph, neatly blending technology and tactility so that the driver can keep their eyes on the road while adjusting key controls, like interior temperature, by feel.
    Alistair Charlton, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
Adverb
  • As the guests walked in, Hasmik would scream with joy and call Tony to come say hello.
    Bahar Anooshahr, AZCentral.com, 24 July 2025
  • Merino Tech Base Layer Set Merino wool is arguably one of the best materials to hike in, and a gorilla trek is no exception.
    Claire Gallam, Travel + Leisure, 23 July 2025
Preposition
  • Other highlights, or zones, inside the store are the 517-square-foot Corner Shop, which every four to six weeks will showcase a different brand.
    David Moin, Footwear News, 23 July 2025
  • About 40 minutes later, a second 911 call came from someone inside the home at 4:50 p.m., identifying themselves as a resident and reporting a break-in, according to the affidavit.
    Danielle Bacher, People.com, 23 July 2025

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“Within.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/within. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.

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