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In about a week's time vs In about a week

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'In about a week's time' is used when referring to a specific point in the future. Meanwhile, 'in about a week' is used when referring to a general time frame without specifying a particular point.
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This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a specific point in the future.

"In about a week's time"

This phrase is used to indicate that something will happen approximately one week from the current time.

Examples:

  • I will finish the project in about a week's time.
  • The package should arrive in about a week's time.
  • Sep 16, 2023 ... Kramnik invited Niemann to Amsterdam to play with him and other top GMs during the Levitov Chess Week in about a week's time, with all costs covered by Iliya ...
  • Aug 25, 2020 ... I'm overjoyed to say that in about a week's time I'll start the JD/MBA program at Harvard Law School & Harvard Business School.
  • Jul 7, 2023 ... My business partner and I just relocated our entire store in about a week's time, and I got all of my isobabies reorganized on this display, ...
  • Jan 14, 2021 ... In about a week's time, America's Covid deaths will surpass the total number of deaths from World War 2, over 405,000 people. And with ...
  • Sep 13, 2024 ... ... in about a week's time. If you would like info on any of the organization things we used, holler at me in the comments! | Facebook. This ...
  • Aug 10, 2021 ... ... in about a week's time, and am now regrouping in Pennsylvania before moving to Waltham in a few weeks. As someone who trends very type-A ...
  • Aug 12, 2016 ... In about a week's time I m going to be announcing my next safari in Africa - and it s in the home of the world's largest population of ...
  • May 31, 2022 ... ... in about a week's time I am ... in about a week's time. I am wondering if I was to book the SAME hotel for 2 nights say 2nd to 4th May ...
  • Apr 27, 2022 ... Can't wait, can't wait! In about a week's time, Pas de Deux club members will receive the May installment in our sampler quilt.

Alternatives:

  • in about a week
  • in approximately a week
  • in around a week
  • in roughly a week
  • in about seven days

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a general time frame without specifying a particular point.

"In about a week"

This phrase is used to indicate that something will happen approximately one week from the current time without specifying a specific point in time.

Examples:

  • I will be back in about a week.
  • The repairs should be completed in about a week.
  • 1 day ago ... Getting my first console in about a week! (My birthday :D) what are your favorite games?? Game Recommendation. I need some help finding the ...
  • Mar 31, 2011 ... You will receive your checks in about a week. Does this sentence mean you will receive your check after 1 week or does it mean it takes less ...
  • Sep 14, 2018 ... Got My Duster Shirt! They're restocking in about a week I think.
  • Jan 29, 2024 ... 140 likes, 6 comments - nithyaforthecity on January 29, 2024: "Voters will start receiving ballots in about a week, and if you haven't come ...
  • Feb 15, 2022 ... Take off for St Pete in about a week for MX5 cup race with Hixon and after Saturday's race need to drive down to Sebring to qualify (without ...
  • Jun 24, 2024 ... 1745 likes, 44 comments - nealschon on June 24, 2024: "The summer fun starts in about a week now ! Grab your friends ! It's going to rock ...
  • Jul 30, 2021 ... Peace out, Portland.. see you in about a week!
  • Oct 24, 2024 ... 86 likes, 2 comments - joelbeeke on October 24, 2024: "In about a week, D.V., I hope to join Answers in Genesis-US founder and CEO, Ken Ham, ...
  • Mar 6, 2012 ... Pentax K-01 in stock now, review in about a week You know, I was not going to really review this one..this little funky looking Marc Newson ...
  • Jul 6, 2023 ... It has started to drain new batteries empty in about a week. I have replaced with new Duracell batteries (as have been working since since 2019) 3 times with ...

Alternatives:

  • in about a week's time
  • in approximately a week
  • in around a week
  • in roughly a week
  • in about seven days

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