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intricate

[in-tri-kit] / ˈɪn trɪ kɪt /


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Simple derivatives show how fast something increases or decreases, while higher-order derivatives capture more intricate patterns.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

The more intricate “LV” monogram pattern, with quatrefoil and flowers, appeared in 1896 as Georges’s tribute to his late father.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

Bringing his bag of insane tricks and witty banter to the Wilshire Ebell Theatre for two nights on May 8 and 9, Willman’s crowd work, storytelling and intricate tricks are inspired by everyday life.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

According to Sotheby's, the piece contains 94 cities inscribed within it, each marked with their respective longitudes and latitudes, along with 38 star pointers linked by intricate floral tracery.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

I asked, brushing my hands over the intricate patterns.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff




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