as in familiarity
the state of being in a very personal or private relationship
there can be both rewards and regrets from intimacy with another person
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Recent Examples of intimacy
For Williams, slow dating isn’t about rigid rules or waiting 90 days before intimacy.
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Essence, 24 Sep. 2025
In 2026, Cayman Cookout continues its tradition of blending artistry, intimacy, and island sophistication, delivering an experience designed to linger long after the final toast.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2025
This philosophy underscores her approach to design, which prioritizes intimacy and practicality.
—Hanna McNeila, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025
The title itself, This One Is Personal, suggests intimacy.
—Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2025
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Essence, 24 Sep. 2025
In 2026, Cayman Cookout continues its tradition of blending artistry, intimacy, and island sophistication, delivering an experience designed to linger long after the final toast.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2025
This philosophy underscores her approach to design, which prioritizes intimacy and practicality.
—Hanna McNeila, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025
The title itself, This One Is Personal, suggests intimacy.
—Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for intimacy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intimacy
Noun
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Water, despite its familiarity, still hides phases and behaviors waiting to be uncovered.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Sep. 2025
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The familiarity is there as Jones gets ready for his first full season with the Panthers.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Its durable hard shell protects your belongings from rough handling, and the smooth wheels make airport navigation a breeze.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
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In addition to the view, the museum includes belongings, photos and memories of the lighthouse keepers and their families.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
27 Sep. 2025
Noun
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About four months after Auditor Allison Ball sued Beshear's administration over its failure to implement a bill concerning kinship care, a Frankfort judge has tossed out the lawsuit.—
Lucas Aulbach,
Louisville Courier Journal,
18 Sep. 2025
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The Dark Hearts biker gang being targeted by Robbie has its own internal code, rigorously enforcing obedience but also offering members kinship, even a warped kind of mentorship.—
Sophie Gilbert,
The Atlantic,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
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These pressures not only shape male friendships, but in familial relationships between fathers, sons, and brothers, and how men perceive vulnerability and emotional literacy.—
Caterina De Biasio,
Vogue,
24 Sep. 2025
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Goodell and Mohan’s clear friendship was striking.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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Her love for journalism began with taking freelance sports photos for her local newspaper, The Fulton Sun, during high school, and her involvement with multiple school publications.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 Sep. 2025
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Her love of fitness and good eating habits, along with evolving as a person, has helped Maya Madsen find success.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Intimacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intimacy. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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