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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
Bethy Squires, Vulture, 11 June 2026
As the Spurs lead shrunk, the roar of the crowd inside MSG raged.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 11 June 2026
Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 16 June 2026
Exactly what caused the gas leak is unclear, but Fairfield police told residents to stay inside or avoid the area.
—Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 16 June 2026
Katherine Faulders, ABC News, 13 June 2026
This will be a way for the Vogue Business community to synthesize and reflect on the latest headlines and get a little inside scoop every Friday.
—Elektra Kotsoni, Vogue, 12 June 2026
New Atlas, 19 May 2026
On Tuesday, China’s Unitree Robotics unveiled a nearly 9-foot-tall humanoid robot with a cockpit capable of carrying a human inside — a real-world nod to the mecha machines that many sci-fi fans have long dreamed of, or feared.
—Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 15 May 2026
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Preposition
There were reportedly 101 other celebs inside MSG during game 4.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 11 June 2026
As the Spurs lead shrunk, the roar of the crowd inside MSG raged.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 11 June 2026
Adverb
Some also broke into a tractor trailer, stealing items inside.
—Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 16 June 2026
Exactly what caused the gas leak is unclear, but Fairfield police told residents to stay inside or avoid the area.
—Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 16 June 2026
Adjective
The office is prosecuting a former special forces soldier and Google employee for using inside information to make thousands on Polymarket.
—Katherine Faulders, ABC News, 13 June 2026
This will be a way for the Vogue Business community to synthesize and reflect on the latest headlines and get a little inside scoop every Friday.
—Elektra Kotsoni, Vogue, 12 June 2026
Noun
The keen-eyed among our readers will notice that the ROG glasses are largely the same inside and out as the Xreal One Pro, which cost $649.
—New Atlas, 19 May 2026
On Tuesday, China’s Unitree Robotics unveiled a nearly 9-foot-tall humanoid robot with a cockpit capable of carrying a human inside — a real-world nod to the mecha machines that many sci-fi fans have long dreamed of, or feared.
—Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inside
Preposition
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While its construction was completed within five years in the 1770s, the restoration took 25 years through a partnership between the museum and World Monument Fund.—
Fred He,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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In short, at the heart within the kernel of concern for memory is a concern for death.—
Diana Arterian,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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The garment hugged her midsection in before fluttering out over her hips.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
15 June 2026
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Tomorrow the resort will begin two days of celebrations to mark its tenth anniversary with Disney's chief executive Josh D'Amaro flying in for the festivities.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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All calls are toll-free and confidential.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
12 Dec. 2025
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Jordan said the teams found compromises to make such a desire a reality, though the financial terms of the settlement are confidential and will not be disclosed, NASCAR said in a statement.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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For one, the inspiring and bonding experience of Cowgirl Up—a week where women from across the globe come to live out their dreams of an iconic ranch stay—and not only release, but exercise their inner cowboy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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Related Stories The project will explore Gaudí’s life, inner battles and spiritual evolution, framing the architect as a radical creative force shaped by faith and an increasingly austere existence.—
Emiliano de Pablos,
Variety,
16 June 2026
Noun
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Minimalism and luxury, the design draws inspiration from Japanese and Scandinavian interiors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Its anti-theft features include locking zippers that deter thieves, cut-resistant straps, and an interior that’s built with RFID protection.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Since approximately 70% of your immune cells are located in the gut, maintaining a healthy microbiome is crucial for overall immunity.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
8 Dec. 2025
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Reid tried to make sure his Chiefs understood that point Sunday night after their latest gut punch.—
Pete Sweeney,
Kansas City Star,
8 Dec. 2025
Noun
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After the road trip, Washington, then 73, stepped aside from his managerial duties indefinitely before undergoing quadruple bypass heart surgery.—
Stephen J. Nesbitt,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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The findings, the latest in a growing body of research about the vaccine’s benefits for heart health, suggest such benefits observed in earlier studies have persisted for years.—
Daniel Wu,
Washington Post,
16 June 2026
Noun
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Remember to wash and sterilize any bottles, scoops, or mixing containers by running them through the dishwasher or using hot soapy water.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
15 June 2026
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Come get a scoop (or two or three)!—
Vogue,
Vogue,
15 June 2026
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“Inside.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inside. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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