inward-looking

[US]/[ˈɪnwəd ˈlʊkɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈɪnwərd ˈlʊkɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Focused primarily on one's own concerns or interests; not outward-looking.; Relating to or directed towards the interior.
adv.Directed towards the inside.

Phrases & Collocations

inward-looking policy

becoming inward-looking

highly inward-looking

an inward-looking nation

inward-looking perspective

too inward-looking

was inward-looking

inward-looking stance

seem inward-looking

inward-looking approach

Example Sentences

the company became increasingly inward-looking after the failed merger.

his inward-looking approach to problem-solving often missed crucial external factors.

the government's inward-looking trade policies hindered economic growth.

we need to balance our inward-looking focus with a broader global perspective.

the artist's work is deeply inward-looking, exploring themes of self and identity.

an inward-looking culture can stifle innovation and collaboration.

the team's inward-looking discussions failed to address the customer's needs.

he adopted an inward-looking stance after the criticism he received.

the country's inward-looking policies limited its international influence.

despite the challenges, we must avoid becoming too inward-looking.

the inward-looking nature of the project led to a lack of user feedback.

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