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it·self
 itself
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- pronunciation:
- It
self
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pronoun |
| definition 1: |
used reflexively to show identity between subject and object.
The cat cleaned itself. |
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used for emphasis.
I liked the neighborhood and the yard around the house, but the house itself was not very attractive.The acting was great, but the movie itself was rather boring. |
| definition 3: |
indicating a condition of health, stability, or normality.
The cat is not itself today. It wouldn't even eat its food this morning. |
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