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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Researchers behind the Skinspan roadmap describe this inflammation, sometimes called inflammaging, as one of the largest drivers of how skin ages from the inside. Allison Palmer updated June 13, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026 Then Bryan Reynolds hit a line-drive comebacker off the inside of Wrobleski’s right leg. Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026 Just be mindful of wiping the inside out every now and then as sheep leather is delicate. Essence Wiley, InStyle, 12 June 2026 That's because open blinds and pulled back curtains allows the sun to shine through your home and reflect off the gas, thus adding more heat to the inside. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 12 June 2026 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 16 Jun. 2026.

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