1
as in inner
situated farther in
somehow grave robbers hadn't managed to locate and enter the internal chambers of the Egyptian tomb
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2
as in interior
of or relating to the mind
the never-ending internal monologue of the novel's main character
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Recent Examples of internal
The hardest challenge for films with such unique premises that have genuine heart behind them is often creating an internal set of rules that’s plausible enough to generate immediate buy-in from audiences.
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Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 17 May 2025
Whether these alarming comments were the result of the same internal programming change is unclear.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 16 May 2025
However, internal divisions remain, and some lawmakers cautioned that a vote could be delayed.
—Adam Sarhan, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
Chalk it up to fashion’s relentless hunger for newness, its long-standing obsession with youth — plus a new appreciation for internal mobility, observers say.
—Footwear News, 5 May 2025
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Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 17 May 2025
Whether these alarming comments were the result of the same internal programming change is unclear.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 16 May 2025
However, internal divisions remain, and some lawmakers cautioned that a vote could be delayed.
—Adam Sarhan, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
Chalk it up to fashion’s relentless hunger for newness, its long-standing obsession with youth — plus a new appreciation for internal mobility, observers say.
—Footwear News, 5 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for internal
Adjective
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The neurotic inner monologue can take up only so much of the page.—
Hanna Rosin,
The Atlantic,
19 May 2025
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Regardless, this round of the series is not resonating with my adult, parenting self or my inner sullen teen, i.e. the part of my being that guides many of my rash decisions and dictates my slouchy posture.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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The interior salon is open plan, with lots of space and natural light, a design philosophy that carries over into the staterooms.—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
28 May 2025
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There was a large hole in the roof of the car and smoke damage on the doors and interior.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
28 May 2025
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This definition also includes instance in which the victim is incapable of giving consent because of temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity (include due to the influence of drugs or alcohol) or because of age.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Apr. 2025
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Without supervision or regulation, kids can easily stumble upon explicit material, including violent and extremist content, that can lead to mental distress, desensitization and a warped perception of the world around them.—
Richard Wistocki,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Another critical component is psychological safety.—
Aditya Patel,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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That's because psychological benefits are associated with having a college fund.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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“Internal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/internal. Accessed 31 May. 2025.
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