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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While the inside will remain Boettcher Concert Hall, other areas will be renamed. Chierstin Roth, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026 People saw how a parliament works on the inside, even if they were disappointed by the outcome. Esther King, The Dial, 15 Sep. 2026 The outside of the scones develop a crisp, sugary crust from the cinnamon topping, while the inside stays soft, tender, and buttery like a proper biscuit. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2026 Sometimes a lid isn’t screwed tightly, and your foundation proves its worth all over the inside of your bag. Carin Ryan, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 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 18 Sep. 2026.

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