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by 2010 vs by 2010,

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'By 2010' is used when stating a deadline or a point in time by which something should be completed. 'By 2010,' with a comma, is used when the phrase is part of a larger sentence and requires a pause after the year.

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by 2010

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate a deadline or a point in time by which something should be completed.

This phrase is used to specify a time limit or a target year for the completion of a task or event.

Examples:

  • We aim to finish the project by 2010.
  • The company plans to expand its operations by 2010.
  • All renovations should be completed by 2010.
  • Background. In April 2002, the Parties to the Convention committed themselves to achieve by 2010 a significant reduction of the current rate of biodiversity loss ...
  • The World Summit on Sustainable Development held in Johannesburg in 2002 confirmed the 2010 Biodiversity Target and called for "the achievement by 2010 ...
  • ISSN 1725–2237. EEA Technical report No 11/2007. Halting the loss of biodiversity by 2010: proposal for a first set of indicators to monitor progress in Europe ...
  • Oct 12, 2007 ... You are here: Home / Publications / Halting the loss of biodiversity by 2010: proposal for a first set of indicators to monitor progress in Europe.

Alternatives:

  • before 2010
  • by the end of 2010
  • by the year 2010
  • by the deadline of 2010
  • by the target year of 2010

by 2010,

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when the phrase is part of a larger sentence and requires a pause after the year.

This phrase is used when the year 2010 is mentioned within a sentence and a pause is needed after it.

Examples:

  • The company aims to achieve its goals by 2010, which is an ambitious target.
  • We plan to complete the construction by 2010, if all goes according to plan.
  • The report highlights the progress made by 2010, showing significant improvements.
  • Background. In April 2002, the Parties to the Convention committed themselves to achieve by 2010 a significant reduction of the current rate of biodiversity loss ...
  • The World Summit on Sustainable Development held in Johannesburg in 2002 confirmed the 2010 Biodiversity Target and called for "the achievement by 2010 ...
  • ISSN 1725–2237. EEA Technical report No 11/2007. Halting the loss of biodiversity by 2010: proposal for a first set of indicators to monitor progress in Europe ...
  • Oct 12, 2007 ... You are here: Home / Publications / Halting the loss of biodiversity by 2010: proposal for a first set of indicators to monitor progress in Europe.

Alternatives:

  • by the year 2010,
  • by 2010 and beyond,
  • by 2010 and so on,
  • by 2010, as planned,
  • by 2010, as expected,

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