between

preposition

preposition “between”

1. located in the space that separates two things
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   The park is located between the river and the library.
2. falling within a range that includes two specified limits
   The temperature today is expected to be between 70 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
3. happening in the period that starts at one specified time and ends at another
   We'll have lunch between noon and 1 PM.
4. involving mutual action or relationship among specified parties
   The secret was shared between the two sisters.
5. meant to be kept secret by the people involved
   Just between us, I heard that Sarah is planning to move to Canada next year.
6. moving or existing in the space that connects two or more locations
   The path winds between the forest and the lake, offering stunning views.
7. resulting from the combined effort, contribution, or possession of the people mentioned
   Between the two of them, they managed to finish the project on time.
8. requiring a choice to be made from among the specified options
   You can pick between chocolate and vanilla ice cream.
9. considering the combined effect of
   Between the warm weather and the great company, our picnic was an absolute success.