on the inner part vs in the inner part

Both "on the inner part" and "in the inner part" can be correct depending on the context. "On the inner part" is used when referring to a surface or location that is physically on top of something else, while "in the inner part" is used when referring to something located within a specific area or space.

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on the inner part

This phrase is correct when referring to a surface or location that is physically on top of something else.

Use "on the inner part" when describing something that is situated on the surface or area that is considered the inner part of an object or space.

Examples:

The label is on the inner part of the box.
There is a stain on the inner part of the shirt.

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The text LËTZEBUERG appears under the design on the inner part of the coin.
On the inner part of the coin is a free interpretation of the allegorical painting known as la fisica antica or the study of the planets, depicting Galileo Galilei.
The inner part of the coin depicts a gymnast swirling a long ribbon.
The inner part of the coin depicts the Rebrinčevolistna Hladnikija plant.
When packed, the inner part of the flank and the goose skirt must be clearly visible.
Description: The inner part of the coin shows male and female faces separated by a line.
The inner part of the coin shows a representation of the Schwerin Castle.
The inner part of the coin depicts curved lines around a rectangle marked with the figure 60.
The inner part of the coin features an effigy of Primož Trubar in left profile.
The inner part of the coin features the following inscription: 2008 PRÉSIDENCE FRANÇAISE UNION EUROPÉENNE RF.
The inner part of the coin shows nine people rowing a boat with long oars.
The inner part of the coin features St Michael's church, Hamburg.
The inner part of the coin shows a representation of the Atomium.
The inner part of the coin features a shepherd drawing a lamb from a lion's maw.
Remove all the inner parts and their attachment points of the moderator so that only a tube remains.
The inner part of the coin depicts an image of El Ingenioso Hidalgo Don Quijote de la Mancha, who appears holding a lance, and windmills in the background.
The word Schleswig-Holstein appears underneath the gate at the bottom of the inner part.
The inner part of the coin shows a representation of Europa and the bull.
The words SEDE VACANTE form a quasi-semicircle along the upper left edge of the inner part.
No openings enabling spray to emerge are allowed between the outer valance and the inner part of the mudguard.

Alternatives:

on the inside
on the interior
on the inner side

in the inner part

This phrase is correct when referring to something located within a specific area or space that is considered the inner part.

Use "in the inner part" when describing something that is contained or situated within the inner part of an object or space.