intimacy
noun
in·ti·ma·cy
ˈin-tə-mə-sē 
plural intimacies
1
: the state of being intimate : familiarity
2
: something of a personal or private nature
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Examples of intimacy in a Sentence
the intimacy of old friends
the intimacy of their relationship
He felt he achieved a certain intimacy with her.
The band liked the intimacy of the nightclub.
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This creates a lasting connection where intimacy thrives—both inside and outside the bedroom.
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Mark Travers, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
Pluto in Capricorn taught you that true intimacy requires honesty and mutual respect.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
The production team also got in not one but two intimacy coordinators on the series and ensured that sensitive scenes, such as the groping one, were filmed with as few people in the room as possible.
—K.j. Yossman, Variety, 20 Nov. 2024
Fabrics, like the velvet and embroidery in the entrance hall, bring intimacy and warmth that pairs well with the dark lacquered walnut that has a mirror effect.
—Nicolas Milon, Architectural Digest, 19 Nov. 2024
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Mark Travers, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
Pluto in Capricorn taught you that true intimacy requires honesty and mutual respect.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
The production team also got in not one but two intimacy coordinators on the series and ensured that sensitive scenes, such as the groping one, were filmed with as few people in the room as possible.
—K.j. Yossman, Variety, 20 Nov. 2024
Fabrics, like the velvet and embroidery in the entrance hall, bring intimacy and warmth that pairs well with the dark lacquered walnut that has a mirror effect.
—Nicolas Milon, Architectural Digest, 19 Nov. 2024
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“Intimacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intimacy. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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intimacy
noun
in·ti·ma·cy
ˈint-ə-mə-sē
plural intimacies
1
: the state of being intimate
2
: something of a personal or private nature
shared little intimacies in their letters
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