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intimate

[in-tuh-mit] / ˈɪn tə mɪt /






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The room, which holds around 70 people, is an intimate setting with burning candles and chandeliers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

“We commit: No AI generated bodies or people,” promised a campaign last month from Aerie, the intimate apparel brand owned by American Eagle Outfitters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

For many, the idea of filming and broadcasting such intimate moments, including the actual birth of their child, would be unthinkable.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The veteran comedians created an intimate experience despite the enormous venue, drawing the crowd together through storytelling and humor from start to finish.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

While we walk through my neighborhood, he keeps his head bent toward mine as though we’re having an intimate conversation, but what he's really doing is explaining the Schouwburg.

From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse




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