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In tact vs. Intact
In tact
/ɪn 'tækt/Examples:
His reputation remained in tact despite the scandal.The ancient artifact was found completely in tact.She left the room with her dignity perfectly in tact.
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Intact
/ɪnˈtækt/Examples:
At the moment it is still intact.'It was better to keep a memory intact.No, the walls are still intact.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- "In tact" is rarely used, as tact usually stands alone or comes with with.
- "Intact" means whole or unbroken, think of it as keeping everything in one piece.
- Use intact when describing something that has not been altered, broken, or impaired.
- Remember that intact is similar to intact and complete.
- The spacing in "in tact" suggests separation, unlike the indivisible nature of intact.
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