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 mental
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
But if there is blowback in Moscow over an apparent diplomatic setback, the Kremlin appears keen to keep any internal squabbles out of public view.
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Nathan Hodge, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
During the period of Ansary’s control of ENNIA, internal and external auditors voiced solvency concerns that were ignored by directors, according to the complaint.
—Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
The two officers are on administrative leave pending the outcome of an internal investigation.
—Kirsten Fiscus, Nashville Tennessean, 7 Nov. 2025
One of the experimental platforms on board is the wireless system called SKITH, which replaces traditional cabling with internal wireless communication to reduce mass and failure risk.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2025
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Nathan Hodge, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
During the period of Ansary’s control of ENNIA, internal and external auditors voiced solvency concerns that were ignored by directors, according to the complaint.
—Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
The two officers are on administrative leave pending the outcome of an internal investigation.
—Kirsten Fiscus, Nashville Tennessean, 7 Nov. 2025
One of the experimental platforms on board is the wireless system called SKITH, which replaces traditional cabling with internal wireless communication to reduce mass and failure risk.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for internal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for internal
Adjective
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The helmets’ one-size-fits-all design comprised a manganese steel outer shell and an adjustable inner lining that was attached to a leather chinstrap.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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Also carrying over as Harden signatures is the inner-bootie for a snug fit, as well as the DNA of the outsole pattern and the toe box.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Industry pushback and innovation concerns Some tech companies argue that such regulation could stifle innovation, limit beneficial uses of conversational AI (education, mental-health support for older teens) or impose heavy compliance burdens.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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Regular exercise can prevent the physical and mental impacts of SWSD.—
Pamela Assid,
Verywell Health,
5 Nov. 2025
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The 85-footer retains the brand’s classic DNA, with a long, lean profile, and the prolific use of teak, which not only covers the cockpit but defines the interior salon and dining area on the floors, bulkheads, and ceilings.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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If no shelter is available, crawl to an interior wall away from windows.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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After all, the tension between these planets can stir up emotional confrontations, magnetic attractions and psychological power plays.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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The sons and daughters don’t receive psychological counselling?—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Internal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/internal. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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