inner workings

Frequency: 8.015.1 per million words

Refers to the hidden or internal mechanisms of a system or organization.

workingsADJECTIVE + workings

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inner

Examples (10)

  • He tried to understand the inner workings of the antique watch.
  • Scientists are still exploring the inner workings of the human brain.
  • The journalist exposed the inner workings of the corrupt political system.
  • Understanding the inner workings of this software requires deep technical knowledge.
  • She was fascinated by the inner workings of complex philosophical ideas.
  • His novel delves into the inner workings of a troubled character's mind.
  • An investigation was launched to uncover the inner workings of the financial scandal.
  • Few people truly grasp the inner workings of the global economy.
  • The intricate design revealed the sophisticated inner workings of the machine.
  • Students learn about the inner workings of various electrical circuits.