therein

there·in | \ t͟her-ˈin

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Definition of therein

1 : in or into that place, time, or thing

2 : in that particular or respect therein lies the problem

Examples of therein in a Sentence

The insurance covers the apartment and all the property therein. His name was mentioned in the article, although he was incorrectly described therein as a medical doctor.

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30 Jul 2020

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“Therein.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/therein. Accessed 11 Aug. 2020.

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