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as in close
closely acquainted
he's more inward with the president than most members of the cabinet
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Recent Examples of inward
Warm gas has internal pressure that pushes outward against the inward force of gravity trying to collapse the cloud.
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Luke Keller, Space.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Warm gas has internal pressure that pushes outward against the inward force of gravity trying to collapse the cloud.
—ArsTechnica, 27 Aug. 2025
This is a year for inward reflection, and a time to renew your spiritual or religious beliefs.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 17 Aug. 2025
Particularly since the 1960s, but even more so now, a lot of exploration happens on the inward side.
—Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2025
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Luke Keller, Space.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Warm gas has internal pressure that pushes outward against the inward force of gravity trying to collapse the cloud.
—ArsTechnica, 27 Aug. 2025
This is a year for inward reflection, and a time to renew your spiritual or religious beliefs.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 17 Aug. 2025
Particularly since the 1960s, but even more so now, a lot of exploration happens on the inward side.
—Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for inward
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inward
Adjective
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The second look channeled her inner angel, featuring a silky camisole, a short set and massive quilted wings.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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Instead, the director Scott Cooper’s film turns on Landau recognizing that the tracks reflect Springsteen confronting inner darkness—including his conflicted feelings about his father and his fear of his growing fame—and nudging the musician to realize his need for further help.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Royal expert and author Christopher Andersen said Princess Anne, who has been a close confidant and advisor to her brother Charles for a while, was likely involved in the decision.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
21 Oct. 2025
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Let’s take a closer look at the best mowing height and timing to prepare your lawn for the cold ahead.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
21 Oct. 2025
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The expandable design gives you extra packing space, while seatbelt-style compression straps help keep your clothes secure and maximize interior storage area.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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If no shelter is available, crawl to an interior wall away from windows.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Tiki-Ti — Los Angeles, California Arguably one of the best dive bars in the Golden State, the 20-seat Tiki-Ti was founded in 1961 by Filipino immigrant Ray Buhen and is known for its intimate atmosphere, classic rum cocktails and kitschy decor.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
18 Oct. 2025
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Other labels — including Valentino and Sandro — marked the season with intimate evening celebrations and events for their top clients, reinforcing the trend of experiential retail.—
Mayu Saini,
Footwear News,
18 Oct. 2025
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Earlier this month, Aviation Week reported Archer had nearly completed internal testing of Midnight and expects to begin Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Type Inspection Authorization, the final certification stage, in the coming months.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Here's why Americans are claiming Social Security early At a recent internal meeting, a Social Security administrator noted that new benefit claims were up more than 15% in March, compared with the same month in 2024.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The Devils’ broadcast team on MSG Network for Wednesday night included Minnesota native Rachel Herzog and retired goaltender Cory Schneider, who was very familiar to Wild fans a decade or so ago.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
23 Oct. 2025
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Elderly consumers, who might seek gentle relief for aches or the comfort of a familiar ritual, are left stranded.—
Jahan Marcu,
Rolling Stone,
23 Oct. 2025
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Schubert and the law enforcement agencies that fall under her jurisdiction appear to be bosom buddies.—
Monique Judge,
The Root,
15 May 2018
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Jim Hamre and Zack Willhoite were also bosom buddies in their passion for public transportation who had excitedly awaited the day higher-speed trains could zip through their home turf.—
Washington Post,
Washington Post,
20 Dec. 2017
Adjective
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Other surveys suggest a much tighter race.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Heat therapy is most beneficial for pain caused by tight or stiff muscles.—
RikkiLynn Shields Hannigan,
Health,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Inward.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inward. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
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