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intricate

[in-tri-kit] / ˈɪn trɪ kɪt /


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"This technology allows us to examine thousands and thousands of molecules created when the body breaks down food or drugs and to uncover intricate pathways that otherwise would stay hidden," Sun said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Memoir is challenging for many reasons, with the decision of how much intricate detail of one’s life and work to include at the top of that list.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Nevertheless, exporting such a delicate fruit requires an intricate process.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Small tips, like the cut of hoods, or the excess arm space runners need in order to move, showed students how intricate even the simplest of pieces needed to be.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Balthilda was knitting what looked like a shawl, creating a fluid and intricate pattern with Hadel’s rich threads.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff




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