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intrigue

[in-treeg, in-treeg, in-treeg] / ɪnˈtrig, ɪnˈtrig, ˈɪn trig /






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The film’s narrative is scattered across two intersecting timelines that steadily build tension, suspicion and intrigue.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Prediction markets are increasingly showing up in conversations about American culture, including Wall Street palace intrigue.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

"It was a bit looser than a friendship - it was more intrigue," says Hutchcroft, noting Barrett appeared to love playing the VIP in fashion houses and members' clubs.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

The political art lacks passion and the apolitical art lacks intrigue.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

An itch to learn the code, embarrassment at what Newt thought of him and Teresa, the intrigue of what they might find out in the Maze—and fear.

From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner




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