inwards
/ˈɪnwərdz/
adjective
- Situated on or directed toward the inside; inward.
- The inwards pressure of the water damaged the hull.
- She felt an inwards pull toward the quiet library.
- The inwards curve of the road was dangerous.
adverb
- Toward the inside or center of something.
- She turned her toes inwards as she walked.
- The crowd pressed inwards toward the stage.
- The door opens inwards into the room.
- Toward one's inner self or mind; in a reflective or introspective way.
- He looked inwards to find the courage to speak.
- Sometimes you need to look inwards to understand your own feelings.
- The poem turns inwards, exploring the poet's fears.
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