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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
Some, like JPMorgan, have even faced internal backlash, leading them to shut down message board comments due to employees’ reactions to the return to office mandate.
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Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
The deficit hawks said the package must be paid for by other changes to the budget — a stipulation that infuriated Republicans from New York and New Jersey, where the storm was most damaging, and triggered an internal fight within the GOP that benefited Democrats politically.
—Mike Lillis, The Hill, 16 Jan. 2025
Great Again' Trudeau's departure marks the end of an era for the Liberal leader, who initially garnered widespread acclaim but faced growing criticism in recent years as his administration grappled with internal and external challenges.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
As external forces pull workers apart, these cultures have internal incentives and processes to preserve connection, like celebrating team wins or calling out cross-functional achievements.
—Gabriella Rosen Kellerman, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
The deficit hawks said the package must be paid for by other changes to the budget — a stipulation that infuriated Republicans from New York and New Jersey, where the storm was most damaging, and triggered an internal fight within the GOP that benefited Democrats politically.
—Mike Lillis, The Hill, 16 Jan. 2025
Great Again' Trudeau's departure marks the end of an era for the Liberal leader, who initially garnered widespread acclaim but faced growing criticism in recent years as his administration grappled with internal and external challenges.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
As external forces pull workers apart, these cultures have internal incentives and processes to preserve connection, like celebrating team wins or calling out cross-functional achievements.
—Gabriella Rosen Kellerman, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Lastly, with Mercury slipping into dreamy Pisces on the 14th, the cosmos encourages you to slow down and reflect on your inner world.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
19 Jan. 2025
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The outer layer’s crunch is also good contrast to the inner layer’s fluffiness.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
18 Jan. 2025
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The purse itself has two interior pockets, comes in multiple colors, and is on sale in white, black, and brown.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
28 Jan. 2025
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The shell easily wicks away moisture, while the interior traps body heat.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Jan. 2025
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Williamson said earlier this week that his hamstring is completely healed, but his mental state remains a work in progress.—
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oregonlive,
13 Apr. 2023
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Sign up That Torrance pushed Vial and Eduardo to such mental anguish does not surprise immigrant-justice advocates.—
María Inés Taracena,
The New Republic,
12 Apr. 2023
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Where to watch: In theaters ‘The Rule of Jenny Pen’ (March 7) The psychological thriller stars Geoffery Rush as a partially paralyzed stroke patient at a retirement home and John Lithgow as the sadistic resident terrorizing him with a dementia doll.—
Brian Truitt,
USA TODAY,
27 Jan. 2025
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Advocates for noncitizens worry about the psychological and emotional costs that come from hiding.—
Laura Rodríguez Presa,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2025
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“Internal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/internal. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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