Are these the same? If not, what's the difference? I'll be there in 20 minutes. I'll be there within 20 minutes.

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Sep 7, 2025 9:53 PM

I will be there in 20 minutes, means that you will be there in 20 minutes. I will be there within 20 minutes, means that you will take max 20 minutes to be there, so maybe 10 or 15, or also 20 😊

Sep 8, 2025 12:31 AM

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