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Examples of within in a Sentence
We could hear sounds coming from within.
The sign on the door says “Help Wanted: Inquire Within.”
We all try to appear strong and attempt to hide the scared little child within.
They were outwardly calm but nervous within.
Recent Examples of within from the Web
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Moments later, Spieth made a short birdie putt at the par-5 15th to pull within one again.
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Northwestern shook off a slow start to pull within three at halftime and scored 10 straight early in the second to grab its first lead of the game.
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The Huskies pushed the lead to 34-14 but South Carolina put together an 8-2 spurt to pull within 14.
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The Seminoles got hot with 2:07 remaining in the game and went on a 10-2 run to pull within two points of the Wolverines.
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Down 72-54 with 4:20 remaining, Bucknell did not quit, burying 3-pointers to pull within five in the closing seconds.
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However, the Blazers did not score the rest of the half, which allowed the Dragons — behind goals from Ahearn and Sites — to pull within 6-3 before intermission.
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Of course, those companies, along with others like Ford and General Motors, are racing to launch their own services of the self-driving sort within the next few years.
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Dot a cream blush into the apples of your cheeks for a lit-from-within flush, or dab a bright powder blush on with a soft brush in swirling circular motions.
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Origin and Etymology of within
Middle English withinne, from Old English withinnan, from with + innan inwardly, within, from in
NEW! Time Traveler
First Known Use: before 12th century
in the meaning defined at sense 1
See Words from the same yearDefinition of within
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—used as a function word to indicate enclosure or containment
2
—used as a function word to indicate situation or circumstance in the limits or compass of: such as
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: before the end of
- gone within a week
b (1)
: not beyond the quantity, degree, or limitations of
- live within your income
(2)
: in or into the scope or sphere of
- within the jurisdiction of the state
(3)
: in or into the range of
- within reach
- within sight
(4)
—used as a function word to indicate a specified difference or margin
- came within two points of a perfect mark
- within a mile of the town
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: to the inside of : into
- sunk the sea within the earth
- —William Shakespeare
Examples of within in a Sentence
They live within the city limits.
We could hear sounds coming from within his apartment.
Reports from within the company indicate a change in policy.
Most students find a job within a year of graduating.
She made several friends within days of moving into her new apartment.
He entered the house, and within seconds, he was surrounded by children.
Everything I need is within a few miles of my apartment.
First Known Use of within
12th century
Examples of within in a Sentence
structural decay had started from within
Recent Examples of within from the Web
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Shows this big often rely on grandeur and inaccessibility as a kind of cudgel, but for Lorde, dismantling those things to reveal the person within is the real weapon.
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After all, if the two-hour Technicolor treatment is ripe for Instagram, consider the post-session snap of a lit-from-within, lifted complexion pure social media gold.
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Getting quiet within is key to being able to hear instincts.
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To many within and beyond the faith community, these preachers’ claims raise eyebrows.
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Or Victoria’s Secret Angel Josephine Skriver who confesses that the secret to her lit-from-within glow actually lies in a pocket-sized Scandinavian multi-tasking organic makeup stick.
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In fact, the Parker home will be outfitted with a 360-degree camera to capture the various goings-on within.
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And because lit-from-within is best born through an active lifestyle, some of our favorite squares featured inspiring outdoor routines.
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The result of each, after being massaged and blended across your face, is super-soft and glowy skin—pretty much the definition of dewiness—giving your entire makeup look a soft, lift-from-within haze.
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First Known Use of within
15th century
Recent Examples of within from the Web
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The formula is available in seven super-flattering shades and can be worn alone, blended with foundation, or applied as a highlighter to give skin a dewy, lit-from-within appearance.
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While the Rockets continued to misfire, going 1 of 6 on 3s in the final three minutes of the half, the Hornets made enough free throws to stay within range as Walker sank a 3-pointer and four free throws to cut the lead to 10.
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The works within are notable for their inventive use of negative space and intentional omissions, which goes to show that what isn’t present can often be just as affecting as what is.
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First Known Use of within
1748
WITHIN Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of within for English Language Learners
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: inside something
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: in someone's inner thoughts, feelings, etc.
within
Definition of within for English Language Learners
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: inside (a certain area or space)
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: inside (a group, company, society, etc.)
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: before the end of (a particular period of time)
WITHIN Defined for Kids
Definition of within for Students
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: 4inside 1
- Stay within the house.
2
: not beyond the limits of
- You should live within your income.
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: before the end of
- I'll be there within a week.
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