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on January 1st vs in January 1st

The correct phrase is 'on January 1st.' 'In January 1st' is incorrect because 'in' is not used to refer to specific dates. 'On' is the preposition commonly used before specific dates.

Last updated: March 27, 2024 • 1943 views

on January 1st

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'on January 1st' to refer to a specific date in the month of January.

Examples:

  • We are planning a party on January 1st.
  • The concert will take place on January 1st.
  • I was born on January 1st, 1990.
  • The deadline for submissions is on January 1st.
  • They got married on January 1st.
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  • Jan 1, 2023 ... Having a birthday on January 1st is helpful, as it makes it easy to reminisce on the last year of my life. Lots happened in my 26th year.
  • Jan 15, 2020 ... As the clock struck 12:00 am on January 1st, my thoughts turned once again to what would God have me do in this new year.
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in January 1st

This phrase is incorrect in English. 'In' is not used to refer to specific dates.


Alternatives:

  • on January 1st
  • on the 1st of January
  • in January
  • in the month of January
  • on the 1st

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