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as in internal
of or relating to the mind
the novel's characters have plenty of adventures, but their interior lives are never explored
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as in inside
an interior or internal part
the interior of the computer was clogged with dust
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Recent Examples of interior
Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
The unlawful taking of any part or accessory affixed to the interior or exterior of a motor vehicle in a manner which would make the item an attachment of the vehicle or necessary for its operation.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 6 May 2026
Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 7 May 2026
Jones and Scourton have the versatility to rush from the interior in specific packages, too.
—Mike Kaye
updated May 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
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Adjective
In parts of Caracas and several interior regions, hardline Chavista groups have publicly denounced the government’s energy agreements with American firms and accused the leadership of capitulating to foreign interests.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
The unlawful taking of any part or accessory affixed to the interior or exterior of a motor vehicle in a manner which would make the item an attachment of the vehicle or necessary for its operation.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 6 May 2026
Noun
The brand largely kept the original façade of the building, a nod to the authenticity of old Texas while updating the interior representing new Texas.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 7 May 2026
Jones and Scourton have the versatility to rush from the interior in specific packages, too.
—Mike Kaye
updated May 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interior
Adjective
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Jean noticed that the wait times displayed on her internal scorecard often exceeded an hour.—
E. Tammy Kim,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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Targeting innovation developed by creative startups gives the corporation a better chance of success, since investing money in internal efforts simply may not work well.—
Anis Uzzaman,
Fortune,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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Then, as an adult, Bruce started reading books on somatic therapy and the inner child.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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For as much as her life has changed in the past year, her inner-circle has remained the same, for the most part.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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There, police said a man, 20, was walking on the sidewalk when a black SUV pulled up, and someone from inside shot the victim before fleeing eastbound on Pulaski.—
Jeramie Bizzle,
CBS News,
2 May 2026
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Lemon, at 5-foot-11, 195 pounds, offers the Eagles an inside-outside option who led the FBS in first-down receptions in 2025 (50) and was the only Big Ten player with 500-plus yards after the catch.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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With a commitment to clinical excellence and individualized treatment, Diamond Recovery Group helps thousands of individuals each year achieve lasting recovery and improved mental well being.—
Ascend Agency,
Sun Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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That committee is also set to hear House Bill 1195, which would prevent psychologists, counselors, social workers, therapists and others from using AI to provide direct therapy to clients, to make treatment plans, or to detect emotional or mental states.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
4 May 2026
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Beauty-from-within has become a major movement.—
Sara Braun,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Dec. 2025
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Cream blush will give you that lit-from-within glow.—
Annie Blay,
Allure,
23 Nov. 2022
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“Interior.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interior. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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