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intense

[in-tens] / ɪnˈtɛns /


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Vibrant and intense, but light on the palate, with complex flavors and aromas of purple flowers, dried herbs, baking spices, raspberry and cranberry.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 2, 2026

Scientists warn that extreme weather events such as heatwaves are becoming more frequent and intense as a result of human-induced climate change.

From Barron's Aug. 2, 2026

Some watch for the heartwarming romances, like Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury falling for each other back in 2019, while others prefer intense dramas - we see you 2022 winners Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Davide Sanclimenti.

From BBC Aug. 1, 2026

She also suffered an intense fear of men, uncontrollable crying spells and insomnia.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 1, 2026

Short and intense, with eyes that burned, the Spanish painter could not talk like Apollinaire.

From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day




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