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these
01
used to indicate items or people that are nearby or in close proximity to the speaker
Examples
These belong on the top shelf.
These are delicious.
these
01
used to refer to objects or people that are close to the speaker and the listener
Examples
I love these flowers in the garden.
Try some of these cookies; they're delicious.
02
used to refer to specific periods, moments, or events that are near in time to the present moment
Examples
We need to make the most of these next few days before the deadline.
I 've been reflecting on these past few weeks; they've been quite challenging.
