what's under the hood
Example Sentences
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But there are a few that stand out, for their styling, pedigree, or what’s under the hood.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026
Popular and custom-made applications often lack a "Software Bill of Materials" that lets users know what’s under the hood — a crucial need at times like this.
From Fox News • Dec. 15, 2021
Renderings like this are similar to the tail fins and hood ornament on a vintage car: They capture one’s fancy without revealing much about what’s under the hood.
From Washington Post • Feb. 17, 2021
That ignores the mechanics, which is natural: As long as the car’s working and gets you there, you’re probably not thinking much about what’s under the hood.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 20, 2021
It’s just what’s under the hood of cities and towns.
From Slate • Nov. 20, 2018
