Its vs. It's

Its
  • Something that belongs to it
    • exampleIts leg got stuck in the door.
It's
<contraction>
  • Stands for "it is"
    • exampleIt's getting hot in here.

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Examples

Its
  • Its arms are green.
  • Its life is in danger.
  • How did its leg get scratched?
  • Its fur is grey.
It's
  • It's time to go to English class.
  • It's a nice view.
  • It's a beautiful day.
  • I think it's going to rain.
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