1
—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
a
: 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
3
: to the inside of : into
sunk the sea within the earth—
William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare
: an inner place or area
revolt from within
Synonyms
Examples of within in a Sentence
Adverb
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.
Preposition
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.
Noun
structural decay had started from within
Recent Examples on the WebUSA TODAY, 8 Mar. 2024
Before an injury took her out of the season, Tiler Peck, partnered by the scrupulous Tyler Angle, displayed a sweeping, unselfconscious musicality seemingly driven from deep within.
—Gia Kourlas, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2024
Gunfire erupted from within and Mack fell at the front door after entering, the affidavit says.
—Bill Lukitsch, Kansas City Star, 1 Mar. 2024
My brief time in East Africa has shown me that despite adversity, which can be found anywhere, hope comes from within and can illuminate the path toward a brighter future.
—The Sorenson Impact Institute, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2024
First, the notion that Taylor can promote someone from within and announce the deal right away is incorrect.
—Kelsey Conway, The Enquirer, 25 Jan. 2024
They can be considered from above, and sometimes below; from without, and sometimes within.
—Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, 2 Feb. 2024
Baltimore has the personnel to promote from within and is an attractive destination for those on the outside, but continuity is often a hallmark of continued success in the NFL.
—Brian Wacker, Baltimore Sun, 31 Jan. 2024
Promoting from within would be the easiest option: Someone who can immediately understand the inner workings of the 100-year-old company with over 220,000 workers around the world.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 13 Jan. 2024
Chelsey Glasson, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2024
In the years since the Thunder arrived, economists have weighed the growth of Oklahoma City and Tulsa, two cities within the same state that have comparable economic activity, Matheson said.
—Cathie Anderson, Sacramento Bee, 6 Apr. 2024
Prioritize convenience Ideally your fitness facility will be within five miles — or a 10- to 15-minute drive — from home or work.
—Laura Daily, Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2024
The Al-Assad government has rarely acknowledged the strikes within its own country.
—Anna Rabemanantsoa, ABC News, 6 Apr. 2024
Part of the life cycle of this fungus is entirely within the leaf.
—Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2024
The Rockets made a late push in hopes of getting back into the game, pulling within six points with 8:01 left in the fourth quarter.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 6 Apr. 2024
And now, UConn is within two victories of becoming only the eighth program to win back-to-back titles, and just the second in more than three decades.
—Ben Morse, CNN, 6 Apr. 2024
At Cannes Porter plans on getting to know more people working within the international docu market.
—Addie Morfoot, Variety, 6 Apr. 2024
Neuroskeptic, Discover Magazine, 23 June 2018
Cream blush will give you that lit-from-within glow.
—Annie Blay, Allure, 23 Nov. 2022
Fake a glow-from-within look with Neutrogena’s cult-favorite Hydro Boost serum.
—Nerisha Penrose, ELLE, 22 Nov. 2022
With the Reboot season finale hitting Hulu this week, EW caught up with Levitan (who previously created Modern Family) for a bookend Q&A about shows-within-shows, his hopes for season 2, and how his real life is starting to blend with the sitcom.
—Christian Holub, EW.com, 25 Oct. 2022
Johnson is delicious in this scene, a perfect mix of bumbling and lit-from-within, but her performance crumbles like clay in the grasp of such a plodding script.
—Lauren Puckett-Pope, ELLE, 16 July 2022
For the lit-from-within glow, the Beauty Light Wand in Peachgasm was applied and set with Cheek to Chic powder blush in Pillow Talk, the brand's signature shade.
—Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 10 June 2022
Add a few swipes of this clean and buzzy highlighter from RMS Beauty to the high points of your face for an easy, glow-from-within look.
—Tiffany Dodson, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 Apr. 2022
Backlit blush is also a way into the shimmer blush trend that feels a little more toned down, and with zero chances of looking overly glittery—just lit-from-within.
—Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2022
Kiana Murden, Vogue, 3 Nov. 2022
Expecting both John Brown and Cole Beasley to have solid games in PPR formats is well within reason as QB Josh Allen could exploit the holes in the backend of the Jets’ defense.
—Frankie Taddeo, SI.com, 4 Sep. 2019
Despite scoring just four goals during that stretch, Wednesday's game stayed well within reach as the Dash found yet failed to convert solid opportunities until Mewis leveled the match.
—Glynn A. Hill, Houston Chronicle, 23 May 2018
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.
—Kathleen Mulpeter, Health.com, 5 Mar. 2018
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.
—Jonathan Feigen, Houston Chronicle, 27 Oct. 2017
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.
—Ryan P. Smith, Smithsonian, 8 Sep. 2017
Adverb
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Going within?
—USA TODAY, 8 Mar. 2024
Before an injury took her out of the season, Tiler Peck, partnered by the scrupulous Tyler Angle, displayed a sweeping, unselfconscious musicality seemingly driven from deep within.
—Gia Kourlas, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2024
Gunfire erupted from within and Mack fell at the front door after entering, the affidavit says.
—Bill Lukitsch, Kansas City Star, 1 Mar. 2024
My brief time in East Africa has shown me that despite adversity, which can be found anywhere, hope comes from within and can illuminate the path toward a brighter future.
—The Sorenson Impact Institute, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2024
First, the notion that Taylor can promote someone from within and announce the deal right away is incorrect.
—Kelsey Conway, The Enquirer, 25 Jan. 2024
They can be considered from above, and sometimes below; from without, and sometimes within.
—Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, 2 Feb. 2024
Baltimore has the personnel to promote from within and is an attractive destination for those on the outside, but continuity is often a hallmark of continued success in the NFL.
—Brian Wacker, Baltimore Sun, 31 Jan. 2024
Promoting from within would be the easiest option: Someone who can immediately understand the inner workings of the 100-year-old company with over 220,000 workers around the world.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 13 Jan. 2024
Preposition
This includes the slashing of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) departments, which are important stewards of ensuring diverse workforces within the industry.
—Chelsey Glasson, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2024
In the years since the Thunder arrived, economists have weighed the growth of Oklahoma City and Tulsa, two cities within the same state that have comparable economic activity, Matheson said.
—Cathie Anderson, Sacramento Bee, 6 Apr. 2024
Prioritize convenience Ideally your fitness facility will be within five miles — or a 10- to 15-minute drive — from home or work.
—Laura Daily, Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2024
The Al-Assad government has rarely acknowledged the strikes within its own country.
—Anna Rabemanantsoa, ABC News, 6 Apr. 2024
Part of the life cycle of this fungus is entirely within the leaf.
—Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2024
The Rockets made a late push in hopes of getting back into the game, pulling within six points with 8:01 left in the fourth quarter.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 6 Apr. 2024
And now, UConn is within two victories of becoming only the eighth program to win back-to-back titles, and just the second in more than three decades.
—Ben Morse, CNN, 6 Apr. 2024
At Cannes Porter plans on getting to know more people working within the international docu market.
—Addie Morfoot, Variety, 6 Apr. 2024
Noun
This revealed that the within-subjects standard deviation was on average nearly eight times higher than the corresponding between-subjects standard deviation.
—Neuroskeptic, Discover Magazine, 23 June 2018
Cream blush will give you that lit-from-within glow.
—Annie Blay, Allure, 23 Nov. 2022
Fake a glow-from-within look with Neutrogena’s cult-favorite Hydro Boost serum.
—Nerisha Penrose, ELLE, 22 Nov. 2022
With the Reboot season finale hitting Hulu this week, EW caught up with Levitan (who previously created Modern Family) for a bookend Q&A about shows-within-shows, his hopes for season 2, and how his real life is starting to blend with the sitcom.
—Christian Holub, EW.com, 25 Oct. 2022
Johnson is delicious in this scene, a perfect mix of bumbling and lit-from-within, but her performance crumbles like clay in the grasp of such a plodding script.
—Lauren Puckett-Pope, ELLE, 16 July 2022
For the lit-from-within glow, the Beauty Light Wand in Peachgasm was applied and set with Cheek to Chic powder blush in Pillow Talk, the brand's signature shade.
—Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 10 June 2022
Add a few swipes of this clean and buzzy highlighter from RMS Beauty to the high points of your face for an easy, glow-from-within look.
—Tiffany Dodson, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 Apr. 2022
Backlit blush is also a way into the shimmer blush trend that feels a little more toned down, and with zero chances of looking overly glittery—just lit-from-within.
—Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2022
Adjective
Her beauty-from-within philosophy is bolstered by mindfulness, too.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 3 Nov. 2022
Expecting both John Brown and Cole Beasley to have solid games in PPR formats is well within reason as QB Josh Allen could exploit the holes in the backend of the Jets’ defense.
—Frankie Taddeo, SI.com, 4 Sep. 2019
Despite scoring just four goals during that stretch, Wednesday's game stayed well within reach as the Dash found yet failed to convert solid opportunities until Mewis leveled the match.
—Glynn A. Hill, Houston Chronicle, 23 May 2018
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.
—Kathleen Mulpeter, Health.com, 5 Mar. 2018
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.
—Jonathan Feigen, Houston Chronicle, 27 Oct. 2017
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.
—Ryan P. Smith, Smithsonian, 8 Sep. 2017
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within
2 of 3 preposition1
: in or into the inner part of
within the house
2
: not beyond the bounds or limits of
within sight
within
3 of 3 noun
: an inner place or area
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