inwardly

Example Sentences

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"I probably didn't show it, but inwardly I was obviously very happy," he said.

From BBC • Aug. 23, 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

“Happily” is so inwardly focused that Mark’s magic can’t always touch what’s going on around her and us.

From Washington Post • Apr. 11, 2023

He’s entirely believable as the outwardly impressive but inwardly insecure academic, desperate to maintain a sunny outlook even under fast-darkening skies.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 28, 2022

I sat there smiling inwardly as I listened to the remarks that followed.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison