inner child

Example Sentences

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Chainey said he tried to portray them as "the inner child locked away in all of us", drawn to mud, mischief and the thrill of breaking rules.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

"Are you crying already... because we are! Hello to the inner child in you jumping up and down because #F4 just reunited! Tour soon? We hope!"

From BBC • Jul. 14, 2025

Today, the 48-year-old has fully embraced his inner child.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 17, 2024

I see it as a human exercise that speaks to the inner child.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 9, 2024

I guess there’s a weird part of my inner child that just can’t seem to let go of the idea of a mother who cares.

From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman