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Margin spacing in CSS is a crucial concept to grasp for any budding web developer. The space between elements can make or break a layout, and understanding how to control it can take your designs to the next level. This guide will walk you through CSS spacing and margins, its various aspects, and practical scenarios on how and when to use it. Not just that, we also provide best practices and tips that can be directly used in your next project.

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