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Definition of betweennext
as in betwixt

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Recent Examples of between Krohn put in new sprinklers and fire-safety systems after his last renters moved out a few years ago, then cut a hole between the second and third floors, allowing more light and air to filter through what is now a unified owner’s duplex. — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 11 Sep. 2026 Adam Bean on March 27 outside the woman’s home in Hope Mills following a confrontation between the two men, according to authorities and CityView. — Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 11 Sep. 2026 This includes Interstate 20 between mile markers 443 and 455. — Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Sep. 2026 Indeed, Moran and Prospect made a statement by beating Fremd 35-21 in a Mid-Suburban League crossover between two undefeated teams. — Mike McGraw, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for between
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  • That debate sparked angry exchanges among different justices, which led Justice Flávio Dino to ask for the review that led to postponing the decision.
    — MAURICIO SAVARESE, Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Some of the recent spike in mortgage rates has likely reflected concerns among investors that the Fed wasn't committed to fighting inflation.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Sep. 2026
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“Between.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/between. Accessed 16 Sep. 2026.

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