within
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thin
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dhin
/wɪˈðɪn/

Definition & Meaning of "within"in English

01

before a specific period of time passes

within definition and meaning
Examples
They sold out within minutes of opening.
02

in or enclosed by the inner part or space of something

Examples
The documents were hidden within the drawer.
2.1

in the limits or boundaries of a place

Examples
The restaurant is situated within the historic district.
03

inside the range of being reached, seen, heard, or affected

Examples
Keep dangerous items within reach of adults only.
04

used to indicate being close to or just short of a quantity or standard

Examples
She scored within five points of a perfect grade.
05

at or inside a specified physical distance

Examples
The school is located within walking distance.
06

used to refer to someone or something staying inside particular limits, rules, or guidelines

Examples
She acted within the law at all times.
6.1

under the authority, concern, or influence of

Examples
That issue falls within the committee's responsibilities.
07

used to refer to existing as part of an internal group or system

Examples
Tensions grew within the company.
08

used to refer to internal emotional, mental, or physical experiences

Examples
She found the courage within herself.
within
01

in or into the interior of a building, space, or enclosure

within definition and meaning
Examples
We stayed within to escape the cold.
02

from or in the mind, soul, or internal state of a person

Examples
She smiled, but trembled within.
Within
01

an inner place, space, or region

Examples
The empire was strong on the outside, but cracks had begun to form from within.
within
01

contained in the interior of a document, object, or space

Examples
The court dismissed the charges in the within indictment.
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