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
This intimacy creates a different relationship between writer and reader, one that many authors find more satisfying than traditional promotional channels.
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Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2025
In a world of fast drops and trend cycles, Ives slows things down, making clothes that speak to identity, intimacy, and intention.
—Essence, 16 June 2025
Learn how candlelight creates mood, intimacy, and unforgettable moments with expert tips for effortless ambiance.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2025
Ruins follows a couple whose affair with a young Greek woman over the course of a summer in Athens threatens to crack their relationship open in a story about privilege and power, desire and intimacy.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 12 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for intimacy
Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2025
In a world of fast drops and trend cycles, Ives slows things down, making clothes that speak to identity, intimacy, and intention.
—Essence, 16 June 2025
Learn how candlelight creates mood, intimacy, and unforgettable moments with expert tips for effortless ambiance.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2025
Ruins follows a couple whose affair with a young Greek woman over the course of a summer in Athens threatens to crack their relationship open in a story about privilege and power, desire and intimacy.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intimacy
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Monterrey has Ramos, while Miami, of course, has its quartet of ex-Barcelona standouts led by Lionel Messi. Ramos, like his ex-PSG teammate Messi, has plenty of familiarity with his club’s European round-of-16 opponent.—
Austin Green,
New York Times,
25 June 2025
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And once comfort and familiarity build, retail follows.—
Joe Chura,
Rolling Stone,
25 June 2025
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Social media has featured images of men walking with bags of their belongings — everyday items like blankets and kitchenware.—
Ruchi Kumar,
NPR,
28 June 2025
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Among the belongings are Gi-hun's tracksuit marked by his player number, 456, and a gold debit card, presumably with the remainder of his winnings from his first time in the games.—
Carson Blackwelder,
People.com,
27 June 2025
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An important aspect of the kinship between Irish and Black American culture is the spirit of subversion and play that arises because of this simultaneous dependence and antagonism.—
Benjamin Hale
June 23,
Literary Hub,
23 June 2025
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So, what’s the cultural and musical kinship between Euro (and Italo) Disco and Quebec?—
Angelica Frey,
JSTOR Daily,
16 June 2025
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While promoting her Apple TV+ series Smoke at the Tribeca Festival in New York City, the actress, 44, told PEOPLE about her friendship with Anna Camp that blossomed while filming their new comedy Bride Hard.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
20 June 2025
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Earlier this week, SZA opened up to Chappell Roan about her friendship with Lizzo during a conversation for Interview Magazine.—
Stephen Daw,
Billboard,
20 June 2025
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Here are three things emotionally healthy couples do — often without even realizing it — that lay the groundwork for enduring love.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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However, her love for imagery and world-building persisted.—
Ugonnaora Owoh,
Essence,
30 June 2025
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“Intimacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intimacy. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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