1
as in intensive
extreme in degree, power, or effect
the intense cold of the polar regions
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2
as in passionate
having or expressing great depth of feeling
an intense actor who favors edgy film roles
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Recent Examples of intense
The old film studios had house styles: M-G-M’s was plush and sentimental, Warner Bros.’ stark and intense.
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Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 7 Mar. 2025
Grief, anger and headlines The first two-thirds of Graham’s book weave between intense memories of the shooting, its aftermath and historical context, both for his family and his home state of South Carolina.
—Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 7 Mar. 2025
The pace is intense and the pressure can be overwhelming.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
That was the idea of having this riff that was gonna be really intense, and probably pretty majestic as well, but quite intriguing.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 24 Feb. 2025
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Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 7 Mar. 2025
Grief, anger and headlines The first two-thirds of Graham’s book weave between intense memories of the shooting, its aftermath and historical context, both for his family and his home state of South Carolina.
—Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 7 Mar. 2025
The pace is intense and the pressure can be overwhelming.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
That was the idea of having this riff that was gonna be really intense, and probably pretty majestic as well, but quite intriguing.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intense
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The tool is designed for people who do intensive knowledge work in areas like finance, science, policy, and engineering.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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Because disability claims are done on paper and labor intensive, technology is not enough to solve the problem.—
Jenna McLaughlin,
NPR,
28 Feb. 2025
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Dr Margie Warrell is a leadership coach, author and keynote speaker who is passionate about helping women lead boldly.—
Margie Warrell,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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And Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos, who has built a passionate following of serious collectors with her Mahnaz Collection of rare jewelry, is now bringing vintage watches into the mix.—
Julie Belcove,
Robb Report,
8 Mar. 2025
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The bill has been met with both fierce opposition and staunch support from students, professors and community members across the state.—
Amanda McCard,
Hartford Courant,
8 Mar. 2025
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With Zverev looking to cement his dominance, Alcaraz aiming for a repeat title, and Fritz eager to defend home soil, the competition will be fierce from day one.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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Mocha Mist channels caramel’s charm and curiosity, the Organic Basics collaborator said, while Brûlée Brown is a rich, warm sophisticated shade.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Mar. 2025
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However, the Tigers seem to have set themselves up for warmer days ahead.—
Quentin Corpuel,
Kansas City Star,
6 Mar. 2025
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Jones, still vigorous at seventy-two, moves through space with ferocious intent while conjuring stories from the past: early dance sensations, tense interactions with the legendary Ailey, and clashes with critics who tried to box him in as a Black artist.—
Shauna Lyon,
The New Yorker,
28 Feb. 2025
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Friction point: Community groups like the Emerald Necklace Conservancy and Franklin Park Defenders have been ferocious in opposing the revamp, questioning the cost, traffic and the loss of a public asset to a private interest.—
Mike Deehan,
Axios,
26 Feb. 2025
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Several of those have also been targeted for deep budget and staffing cuts at the direction of the White House and its Department of Government Efficiency.—
Alan Neuhauser,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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Asking this question can help early career employees gain a deeper understanding of what motivates them.—
Cathleen Swody,
The Conversation,
27 Feb. 2025
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Ellis Brooklyn’s care and attention to the format shows, as their body mist launches are always met with fervent adoration.—
Bea McMonagle,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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One is his base of unionized government workers and community activists who share his fervent belief in the rectifying power of progressive policies.—
Will Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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This is, on paper, a terrible idea for all involved.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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State of play: Cleveland is terrible at planting trees.—
Sam Allard,
Axios,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Intense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intense. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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