the ins and outs

plural noun

: the details about how something works or is done

—often + of

I'm still learning all the ins and outs of American politics.

Examples of the ins and outs in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web One of the most pleasing turns comes when Markie, for all his insensitivity in other arenas, is revealed to be an adept observer of the ins and outs of teen-age female friendship. —

Inkoo Kang, The New Yorker, 3 Sep. 2024 Any good facialist or esthetician will be more than willing to explain — in detail — the ins and outs of your treatment before getting started. —

Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 23 July 2024 Torrey Peters is ready to give an honest look at the ins and outs of gender with her upcoming book, Stag Dance. —

Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 13 Aug. 2024 Redick knows the ins and outs of the game as well as anyone. —

Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 23 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for the ins and outs

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