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13 ENTRIES FOUND:

1with·in

adv \wi-ˈthin, -ˈthin\

Definition of WITHIN

1
: in or into the interior : inside
2
: in one's inner thought, disposition, or character : inwardly <search within for a creative impulse — Kingman Brewster †1988>

Examples of WITHIN

  1. We could hear sounds coming from within.
  2. The sign on the door says Help Wanted: Inquire Within.
  3. We all try to appear strong and attempt to hide the scared little child within.
  4. They were outwardly calm but nervous within.

Origin of WITHIN

Middle English withinne, from Old English withinnan, from with + innan inwardly, within, from in
First Known Use: before 12th century

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