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within

[with-in, with-] / wɪðˈɪn, wɪθ- /
PREPOSITION
inside of
Synonyms
STRONGEST
in inside
STRONG
enclosed by surrounded by
ADVERB
in/into the interior part
Synonyms
STRONGEST
in indoors inside
STRONG
within doors within walls
WEAK
not outside not over
Antonyms
WEAK
outside
ADVERB
on the inside
Synonyms
STRONGEST
internally inwardly
STRONG
at heart deep down

Example Sentences

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“The Lost Book of Elizabeth Barton” is a vivid and erudite reimagining of Barton’s life encased within a present-day murder mystery that revolves around the discovery of a transcribed account of Barton’s visions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

A connection between Fraire and his alleged victims was not immediately clear, but there is overlap within their families in the world of education.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

For Newcastle, Wade was on hand to score his second Prem try for them and the 95th of his career to move within six of Chris Ashton's all-time record of 101.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

On a broader scale, the war in Iran shattered hopes for a steady recovery within the energy market, Le Peuch said.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

Every single person there had grown up within the Academy walls.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin