as in intimate
characterized by what feels naturally right or true without coming from thought or learning
He has an intuitive sense of what others are feeling that makes him a great listener. The designer has an intuitive style that stands out from the crowd but is also practical.
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Recent Examples of intuitive
Some things feel natural or intuitive or kind of immediate.
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Chris Willman, Variety, 11 May 2025
For many adults, the bans make intuitive sense: Who wants kids distracted on their phones while the teacher is teaching?
—Christopher J. Ferguson, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 May 2025
Storage has been redesigned to be more intuitive—cabinets now flip up rather than down—the side and rear windows now open up, and a skylight has been installed above the dinette.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 8 May 2025
Fuse brings that rare combination of creative excellence, operational discipline, and an intuitive understanding of what players want.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 7 May 2025
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Chris Willman, Variety, 11 May 2025
For many adults, the bans make intuitive sense: Who wants kids distracted on their phones while the teacher is teaching?
—Christopher J. Ferguson, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 May 2025
Storage has been redesigned to be more intuitive—cabinets now flip up rather than down—the side and rear windows now open up, and a skylight has been installed above the dinette.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 8 May 2025
Fuse brings that rare combination of creative excellence, operational discipline, and an intuitive understanding of what players want.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intuitive
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Caltech's intimate size and intense focus on scientific research and engineering create exceptional outcomes for graduates, particularly those entering technology and research sectors. 10.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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How to visit Deep inside the park is Ultima Thule, an intimate safari-style lodge accommodating 14 guests across five cabins.—
Chloe Arrojado,
AFAR Media,
21 May 2025
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That journey is rooted in aligning their personal growth with organizational goals—and it must be shaped by intrinsic motivation, not fear, force or obligation.—
Dr. Monika Sumra,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Wex Payments company Wex is trading far below its intrinsic value and has the potential to more than double in the next three to five years, according to Impactive Capital co-founder and managing partner Lauren Taylor Wolfe.—
Pia Singh,Yun Li,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
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But Next Time? The fast-moving conflict between India and Pakistan last week demonstrated the inherent dangers of the modern nuclear age. 7h agoBy W.J. Hennigan TODAYS FRONT PAGES Edition: INYT - Page Two Harvard Law Paid $27 for a Copy of Magna Carta.—
Ben Hubbard Saumya Khandelwal Matthew DeFeo W.J. Hennigan,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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This description captures both the ambition and the inherent tension in this evolution.—
Josipa Majic Predin,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Palace also look to exploit Wharton’s instinctive ball progression from defensive set pieces.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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The industrial metaverse can capture and scale some very intricate knowledge, including the instinctive skills and judgment of veteran workers, into immersive digital twins.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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“Intuitive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intuitive. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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