Its vs it's?

Its (no apostrophe) shows possession. It's (with apostrophe) is a contraction of 'it is' or 'it has'. The apostrophe replaces letters, not ownership, opposite of most possessives.

Very common grammar confusion.

Examples

• The cat licked its paw. (possession)
• It's raining outside. (it is)

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