Innards
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Informal Usage
More commonly used in casual situations, rather than formal ones. When we dissected the frog in biology class, we saw all its innards.
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Graphic Imagery
Can evoke strong visual images; often used in descriptive writing. The novel described the innards of the beast in gory detail.
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Not For People
While it can refer to humans, it's usually better for animals; 'organs' is more respectful for people. The veterinarian explained the cat's innards were healthy.