the inside
noun
: an inner part of something (such as a building or machine)
The inside of the church is quite beautiful.
I've never seen the inside of a computer before.
—often pluralthe insides of a computer
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Unfortunately, this method of storing cushions will result in the buildup of ambient humidity and condensation inside the container, which causes extensive mold and mildew to grow, which can completely ruin both the foam core and the fabric of your cushions from the inside out.
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Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025
Scrape the inside until the peels are nice and clean, but without tearing them.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2025
After German terrorists — led by the nefarious Hans Gruber (Alan Rickman) — take control of the building where Holly's company's Christmas party is being held, McClane must work to take down the terrorists from the inside in order to save his family.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Dec. 2025
While the Frasers keep a united front against outside intruders, family secrets finally coming to light threaten to tear them apart from the inside.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 25 Dec. 2025
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Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025
Scrape the inside until the peels are nice and clean, but without tearing them.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2025
After German terrorists — led by the nefarious Hans Gruber (Alan Rickman) — take control of the building where Holly's company's Christmas party is being held, McClane must work to take down the terrorists from the inside in order to save his family.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Dec. 2025
While the Frasers keep a united front against outside intruders, family secrets finally coming to light threaten to tear them apart from the inside.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 25 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for the inside
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“The inside.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20inside. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.
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