intrigue
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The Koh-i-Noor, meaning "Mountain of Light" in Persian, has been the subject of conquest and intrigue for centuries, passing through the hands of Mughal princes, Iranian warriors, Afghan rulers and Punjabi Maharajas.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
Fittingly, “Across the Ages” raises more questions than it answers—an openness that’s part of the intrigue.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
The characters she has assembled have a peppery intrigue.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
That segment is far outnumbered by people who may fit the contemporary definition of philistines, non-religious viewers who are only in it for the pulse-pounding swordplay and palace intrigue.
From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026
Everything she said used to please him, intrigue him, make him look up from his plate and nod with approval.
From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini
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