inwardly

Example Sentences

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Ms Woods added Mr Skripal's presentation was “very odd” although he “remained effectively inwardly very stable”.

From BBC • Oct. 30, 2024

The show had turned him into a celebrity and he received 10 million yen in compensation, but inwardly he still felt shattered and alone.

From New York Times • May 3, 2024

The empire changed enormously during Chinggis Khan’s reign, becoming more inwardly peaceful but also much more materialistic in its tastes.

From Textbooks • Apr. 19, 2023

And by setting his story among these outwardly peaceful, inwardly passionate believers, Banks has created another fascinating volume in his exploration of the American experience.

From Washington Post • Nov. 29, 2022

Thomas groaned inwardly as he stepped inside and saw the one piece of furniture—an ugly, rickety chair with one leg obviously shorter than the rest, probably on purpose.

From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner