Its vs. It's

The use of its and it's in sentences can sometimes be confusing.

Its is a possessive adjective.

  • The dog is chasing its tail.
  • My new car has lost its shine.

It's is a contraction of It + is.

  • It's getting late.
  • I like my car. It's a Honda.

Its vs. It's Quiz

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