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inward

[in-werd] / ˈɪn wərd /




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Montgomerie argued Farage and Reform were at their best when they were more positive rather than "inward looking" and focused on "grievances."

From BBC Aug. 14, 2026

But when viewed in one way of many, “Howl’s Moving Castle” is an encouragement to look inward and see the truth about ourselves honestly and kindly.

From Salon Aug. 4, 2026

Microwave energy may help by heating water throughout the potato rather than relying only on heat moving inward from the surface.

From Science Daily Jul. 29, 2026

There’s something slightly disconcerting about seeing Golding’s austere, inward fictions placed alongside works operating in such different registers.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

With an inward sigh of relief Matthias swept up the packet of nuts.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




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