as in surfaces
an outer part or layer
the exterior of the tooth consists of very hard enamel
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Recent Examples of exteriors
The wide space exteriors and spaceship shots were entirely digital and beautifully done by ILM.
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Zack Sharf, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
In addition to spot-cleaning any stains or scuff marks on the exteriors of purses, backpacks, or luggage, double-check the interiors.
—Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 4 Mar. 2026
As for exteriors, this Oceano 52 is home to plenty of clean lines, along with a spacious beach club in the rear.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 3 Mar. 2026
The goal when roasting is to cook them just enough at a high enough temperature that the exteriors caramelize, while the interiors just become tender throughout.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 21 Feb. 2026
Metal roofing, stone and stucco exteriors and radiant heating are intended to keep maintenance low and comfort high over time.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 17 Feb. 2026
The show featured around 150 local home improvement companies specializing in remodeling, exteriors, windows and doors, electrical and backyards.
—Francesca Pica, jsonline.com, 17 Feb. 2026
Reaching across five hourlong episodes, Peter Hammond’s BBC miniseries diligently translates the novel to the screen, with video soundstage interiors jutting up against celluloid exteriors.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2026
Nearby residents reported hearing an explosion and running outside to find Stoian’s BMW engulfed with flames, along with two nearby parked cars, some overhead electrical wiring, and the exteriors of three homes, prosecutors said.
—Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2026
Zack Sharf, Variety, 5 Mar. 2026
In addition to spot-cleaning any stains or scuff marks on the exteriors of purses, backpacks, or luggage, double-check the interiors.
—Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 4 Mar. 2026
As for exteriors, this Oceano 52 is home to plenty of clean lines, along with a spacious beach club in the rear.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 3 Mar. 2026
The goal when roasting is to cook them just enough at a high enough temperature that the exteriors caramelize, while the interiors just become tender throughout.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 21 Feb. 2026
Metal roofing, stone and stucco exteriors and radiant heating are intended to keep maintenance low and comfort high over time.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 17 Feb. 2026
The show featured around 150 local home improvement companies specializing in remodeling, exteriors, windows and doors, electrical and backyards.
—Francesca Pica, jsonline.com, 17 Feb. 2026
Reaching across five hourlong episodes, Peter Hammond’s BBC miniseries diligently translates the novel to the screen, with video soundstage interiors jutting up against celluloid exteriors.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2026
Nearby residents reported hearing an explosion and running outside to find Stoian’s BMW engulfed with flames, along with two nearby parked cars, some overhead electrical wiring, and the exteriors of three homes, prosecutors said.
—Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exteriors
Noun
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Elevated surfaces such as trees and bridges are most at risk, while roadways may see some impacts depending on how quickly temperatures drop.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Des Moines Register,
6 Mar. 2026
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Think of the generic, smooth plastic surfaces found in many cars.—
Beth Livesay,
AJC.com,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The alert follows multiple unconfirmed social media reports appearing to capture Iranian Shahed drones slamming into the facades of large buildings near Bahrain’s capital, Manama.—
Dan Mangan,Leslie Josephs,Spencer Kimball,CJ Haddad,Justin Papp,Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2026
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These aren’t just pretty facades.—
Lauren Schuster,
Kansas City Star,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Exteriors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exteriors. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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