inner workings

plural noun

: the parts (of something) that are only known by the people who work on it
He wanted to experience the inner workings of the political campaign.

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As outsiders visiting this ecosystem of wealth, none of us really knew the inner workings of a regatta. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 17 June 2026 The Celtics know the inner workings and dynamics of this situation far better than anybody outside the organization. — Zach Harper, New York Times, 1 July 2026 Evidence in the court cases revealed some of the tech companies' inner workings, including communications of employees who likened their products to drugs and casinos. — ABC News, 26 June 2026 Martin created and stars in the Netflix series Wayward, the thriller-drama revolving around the inner workings and dark secrets of a fictional school for troubled teenagers. — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for inner workings

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“Inner workings.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inner%20workings. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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