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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More on Umzi’s opening The partners plan on having the inside of the restaurant showcase South African design with deep emerald and gold throughout the restaurant. Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026 Mason, who scored 23 points on 9-of-22 shooting (1-of-7 from 3, 4-of-5 from line) hit the inside stickback that ended the contest. Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026 That’s why the biggest pops are for the biggest swerves when the rules – even the inside ones – get broken. Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026 The Lions let Alex Anzalone walk in free agency and re-signed Malcolm Rodriguez, who has the inside track at the position right now. Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 22 July 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 24 Jul. 2026.

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