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
Bear, Wolf, Lion and Dolphin. Genetics, age, geography and the body’s circadian rhythm (its internal 24-hour clock) can determine one’s chronotype, the Sleep Foundation said in its report.
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Amy McGorry, Fox News, 23 Feb. 2025
The wait time affected callers in the UK, Ireland, France, and Italy, according to an internal document seen by the The Register.
—Will McCurdy, PCMAG, 22 Feb. 2025
This was largely due to internal reorganizations to sales and engineering teams that temporarily disrupted execution.
—Stockstory Team, CNBC, 22 Feb. 2025
According to an internal analysis by the Historic Zoning staff, the vast majority of applications are approved.
—Nate Rau, Axios, 11 Feb. 2025
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Amy McGorry, Fox News, 23 Feb. 2025
The wait time affected callers in the UK, Ireland, France, and Italy, according to an internal document seen by the The Register.
—Will McCurdy, PCMAG, 22 Feb. 2025
This was largely due to internal reorganizations to sales and engineering teams that temporarily disrupted execution.
—Stockstory Team, CNBC, 22 Feb. 2025
According to an internal analysis by the Historic Zoning staff, the vast majority of applications are approved.
—Nate Rau, Axios, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for internal
Adjective
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Finding his inner harmony has buoyed Blubaugh’s breakout.—
Chandler Rome,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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Grace Bastidas, Editor-in-Chief What does your inner voice sound like?—
Grace Bastidas,
Parents,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Aunt Fannie's All Purpose Cleaning Vinegar Spray $12 Amazon Great Value All-Purpose Cleaning Vinegar, 64 oz. $2 Walmart Soft cloth or soft sponge Air fryers can (obviously) withstand super-high temperatures but many have nonstick interior coatings and the heating elements are very delicate too.—
Emily Farris,
Bon Appétit,
21 Feb. 2025
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The only regions with possible small improvements in drought conditions are along the Great Lakes and the interior New England area.—
Nikki Nolan,
CBS News,
21 Feb. 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.—
oregonlive,
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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What ‘The Ick’ Really Means The ick, at its core, is both a social and psychological phenomenon.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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Medical studies have shown that singing has both physical and psychological health benefits.—
Jason Lipshutz,
Billboard,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Internal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/internal. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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