as in exterior
situated on the outside or farther out
the outer edge of the blade of your figure skate always wears out faster than the inner because you use it more
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Recent Examples of outer
During this process, radial ditches in the outer ring that forms the distinct circle shape begins to emerge.
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New Atlas, 3 Jan. 2026
The treads fit into the mortises and are attached to the stringers by driving nails or screws through the outer face of the stringers into the ends of the treads.
—Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 3 Jan. 2026
State officials announced that shellfish caught along certain outer sections of the Boston Harbor can now be eaten.
—Logan Hall, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
In addition to sherpa lining, these jackets feature outer shells made of materials such as denim, cotton duck or even corduroy.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
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New Atlas, 3 Jan. 2026
The treads fit into the mortises and are attached to the stringers by driving nails or screws through the outer face of the stringers into the ends of the treads.
—Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 3 Jan. 2026
State officials announced that shellfish caught along certain outer sections of the Boston Harbor can now be eaten.
—Logan Hall, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
In addition to sherpa lining, these jackets feature outer shells made of materials such as denim, cotton duck or even corduroy.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for outer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outer
Adjective
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Major restorations followed in 1983–1984, when the interior was restored with historical decorations and plumbing and electrical systems were upgraded, and again in 2002 under former Mayor Michael Bloomberg, who updated both the interior and exterior while improving public accessibility.—
Nandika Chatterjee,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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This lightweight puffy tote offers similar features for a low price of $33, including a laptop compartment, interior storage pockets, two exterior side pockets (perfect for a water bottle in one and an umbrella in the other), and comfortable shoulder straps.—
Erin Cavoto,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Nearly $900,000 in wire deposits and about $583,000 in outward wire transfers were made through the flaggedaccounts, the investigative memorandum said.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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After this, the comet will begin its outward journey.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Outer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outer. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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