inner workings

plural noun

: the parts (of something) that are only known by the people who work on it

He wanted to experience the inner workings of the political campaign.

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These new findings show off the inner workings of galaxies, according to study co-author and ESO astronomer Rob Ivison. —Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 7 Sep. 2023

Films like Welfare, High School, Public Housing, Law and Order, Domestic Violence and Belfast, Maine captured the inner workings of various public bodies, whether schools, offices, communities or entire cities, and the people keeping them afloat. —Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2023

Inspired a 210 hp track assailant, its inner workings are designed to deliver precision and style. —Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 1 Sep. 2023

As the world eagerly awaits the unveiling of Triller's inner workings, its valuation potential and innovative approach continue to captivate the imagination of investors and industry enthusiasts alike. —Hilary Tetenbaum, Detroit Free Press, 18 Aug. 2023

This investigation also sheds further light on the inner workings of the Trickbot cybercrime syndicate, connecting its key players to the wider cybercrime landscape and revealing links between these criminal gangs and the Russian government. —Matt Burgess, WIRED, 30 Aug. 2023

Whichever of these visions wins out could make the inner workings of these various agencies more immediately apparent to us all—and could dictate the future course of American democracy. —James Goodwin, The New Republic, 30 Aug. 2023

It is also known for being one of the most secretive industries, with much of its inner workings hidden from the public. —Theara Coleman, The Week, 25 Aug. 2023

Reality television NDAs have long been Hollywood lore, an administrative bogeyman that keeps cast and crew silent about the inner workings of these shows. —Ashley Cullins, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Aug. 2023

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