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
Over a star’s lifetime, the process continues, fusing together lighter elements to form heavier ones and, over time, adding internal layers of silicon, sulfur, oxygen, neon, magnesium, carbon beneath the helium and hydrogen.
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Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
The board also noted that specialized training and internal data tracking have been expanded and strengthened, and that response times have improved significantly since five years ago.
—Austin Hornbostel, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Aug. 2025
Others may also include internal storage compartments, useful for items such as pens, tape, and other supplies.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
Happy Gilmore 2 had 46.7 million views worldwide for its first weekend, according to Netflix’s internal data.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 21 Aug. 2025
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Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
The board also noted that specialized training and internal data tracking have been expanded and strengthened, and that response times have improved significantly since five years ago.
—Austin Hornbostel, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Aug. 2025
Others may also include internal storage compartments, useful for items such as pens, tape, and other supplies.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
Happy Gilmore 2 had 46.7 million views worldwide for its first weekend, according to Netflix’s internal data.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 21 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for internal
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In the Garden Suite, French doors open onto a private inner garden, where lush greenery and patio furniture create a serene urban oasis.—
Siobhan Reid,
Vogue,
23 Aug. 2025
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He'd been hit twice, once in the hip, another in the inner thigh.—
Tommy Trenchard,
NPR,
23 Aug. 2025
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Infrared light and ‘dust-phobic vibration’ The Elevated Velocity has modes for interior comfort and different kinds of travel, from hands-free relaxation to desert racing.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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Briggs is a short and stocky interior defender who has short arms, but can be a contributor to the Jets’ rushing defense.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
20 Aug. 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
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And what are the psychological implications of forming bonds with entities that lack consciousness and genuine empathy?—
Cathy Hackl,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Written and directed by Nick Kelly, the project combines fish-out-of-water vibes and psychological thriller elements.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Internal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/internal. Accessed 1 Sep. 2025.
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