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as in confidential
not known or meant to be known by the general populace
made a stock trade based on inside information
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as in interior
an interior or internal part
the inside of the clock features an amazingly complex mechanism
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as in gut
usually insides plural
the internal organs of the body
medical students eager to see what people's insides look like
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as in heart
the seat of one's deepest thoughts and emotions
not one to share her fears and worries, she keeps it all on the inside
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as in scoop
information not generally available to the public
a person with the inside on what really happened at the board meeting
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Recent Examples of inside
Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026
The homeowner locked himself inside his house, called 911 and watched Omondi continue to hit Jackson and dump a wheelbarrow on him, according to the affidavit.
—Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Apr. 2026
Elijah Westbrook, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Two women were found inside with stab wounds, police said.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
The tiny cats were tucked inside boxes on a high shelf at the Lowe’s on Cornerstone Boulevard in Downingtown, Pennsylvania.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026
Adam Williams
march 29, New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2026
That was a key against a Minnesota squad that has the size to generate an inside-out offense, but just not enough against UCLA’s length.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026
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Preposition
Middleton said Jackson County Public Health also has state and federal funding that will sustain the supplies inside the kiosk.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026
The homeowner locked himself inside his house, called 911 and watched Omondi continue to hit Jackson and dump a wheelbarrow on him, according to the affidavit.
—Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Apr. 2026
Adverb
Everyone inside was safely evacuated, but the three houses were heavily damaged.
—Elijah Westbrook, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Two women were found inside with stab wounds, police said.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Heald is known for giving an inside look into the happenings on Carnival cruises.
—Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
The tiny cats were tucked inside boxes on a high shelf at the Lowe’s on Cornerstone Boulevard in Downingtown, Pennsylvania.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2026
Noun
Part of it protrudes from the exterior, with natural airflow helping keep the food inside chilled.
—Adam Williams
march 29, New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2026
That was a key against a Minnesota squad that has the size to generate an inside-out offense, but just not enough against UCLA’s length.
—Marisa Ingemi, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inside
Preposition
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Only two players were within six shots of the Masters champion going into the third round.—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Apr. 2026
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At Emerald Organics in Fort Worth, staff said customers started returning within hours.—
Briseida Holguin,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Fold in 1 cup of blackberries until evenly distributed.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
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The event’s audience featured a fair share of supporters for each act, a mix of both local residents and diehard fans who flew in from Japan.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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All calls will be kept confidential.—
Kerry Burke,
New York Daily News,
18 Apr. 2026
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All calls are toll-free and confidential.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The foundations were welded and bolted to the strengthened deck, and the rotors themselves, fabricated with inner steel cores and composite shells, were then lifted by crane.—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Apr. 2026
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The driver grabbed her upper inner thigh before dropping her off in Franklin County, north of Raleigh, the jury found.—
Julia Coin,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The tour includes re-creations of the ship’s interiors, including a replica of its famous Grand Staircase, the first-class hallway and millionaires’ suite, the third-class hallway and accommodations, the boiler room and the ship’s exterior promenade deck.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Apr. 2026
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The hotel blends historic charm with modern design, featuring Art Deco interiors, high ceilings, and spacious bathrooms.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2026
Noun
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There were gut strings, then metallic strings.—
Tim Parks,
New Yorker,
11 Apr. 2026
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Those microbes in turn produce short-chain fatty acids that reduce inflammation in the gut.—
Andrea Muraskin,
NPR,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Many people take cod liver oil to support the health of their bones and joints, heart, and eyes.—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
21 Apr. 2026
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Chase, meanwhile, gives Melissa a winning mix of exasperation and heart, making her emotional journey feel earned even amid the absurdity.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Serve it as is or with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
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Light, flavorful and thoughtfully made, Artisen proves that great gelato does not need dairy to deliver a memorable scoop.—
Tristan Graziano,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Inside.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inside. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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