intimate
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The scene is both epic and intimate, capturing the child’s awestruck emotions of the moment and the author’s time-altered reconstruction of it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
Throughout the film, the question of what gives art its value appears in several forms, challenged by Lori and Julian when their initially stilted working relationship transforms into something more intimate.
From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026
Sonza performed Saturday on the Gobi Stage -- which year after year hosts indie and alternative acts -- in front of a crowd that danced and sang along in an intimate yet energetic atmosphere.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
Michael Spyres’ Tristan nicely supplies the vulnerability, while still being strong enough vocally to partner Davidsen, who will give a rare intimate recital at BroadStage in Santa Monica on April 10.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
She pulled away briefly and put her forehead against his, a move that felt strangely intimate to Luke.
From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss
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