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Inward (Adverb)

Meaning 1

To or toward the inside of; "come in"; "smash in the door".

Examples

  • Fold the ends inward to form a pocket, making it secure enough for valuables.
  • Look inward at what made her into who she was before comparing it with external reasons.
  • Now unfold, rotating that paper ninety degrees outward to offset, so when the fold is inward it isn't where creases are already going up to seam.
  • Pull the ends inward on both the lower panel hem and top zipper end to squeeze moisture that collects on that surface.
  • She gazed inward at the flames dancing hypnotically as if expecting revelations from this blaze of light and fury.

Synonyms

  • In
  • Inwards

Meaning 2

Toward the center or interior; "move the needle further inwards!".

Examples

  • She slowly stepped inward, trying not to make a sound as she entered the dark room.
  • The walls of the ancient cave seemed to close inward, making it difficult to breathe.
  • As the storm intensified, the trees swayed inward, their branches tangling together.
  • The doors of the elevator slid inward, revealing a dimly lit hallway.
  • The spiral staircase curved inward, leading to a cozy reading nook at its center.

Synonyms

  • Inwards

Antonyms

  • Outward
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