the inside

noun

: an inner part of something (such as a building or machine)
The inside of the church is quite beautiful.
I've never seen the inside of a computer before.
often plural
the insides of a computer

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Aimee Serene, Scott Shute and Nicholas Whitaker co-founded this organization to help leaders and teams change work from the inside out. Heather V. MacArthur, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025 Soak a clean dish rag or a soft sponge in the solution, and wipe down the inside of the refrigerator, focusing on areas with spillage and stains. Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 30 June 2025 Before doing anything else, inspect the inside of the grill for any grease build-up, Carothers instructs. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2025 If the car's battery level drops too low, the NHTSA explained, the door latches may remain locked once a passenger exits and shuts the door, potentially trapping children and others who are unable to unlock the doors using the inside door release. Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 23 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for the inside

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“The inside.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20inside. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.

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