as in entire
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
it's rare to find such an old chess set that is intact
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Recent Examples of intact
Or keep your blowout intact when doing your makeup or washing your face thanks to these adorable terry cloth headbands.
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Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
2 July 2026
On the other side of the pond, billions of phones are ending up in landfills with their processing components still intact.
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New Atlas,
2 July 2026
Whole grains are carbohydrates that are left completely intact, which increases their nutrient density.
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Brittany Lubeck,
Verywell Health,
2 July 2026
The data center is expected to cost about $107 million to build and will be hosted within an existing building, which will be renovated on the inside but left relatively intact on the outside.
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Ilana Arougheti
july 1,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for intact
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
2 July 2026
On the other side of the pond, billions of phones are ending up in landfills with their processing components still intact.
—
New Atlas,
2 July 2026
Whole grains are carbohydrates that are left completely intact, which increases their nutrient density.
—
Brittany Lubeck,
Verywell Health,
2 July 2026
The data center is expected to cost about $107 million to build and will be hosted within an existing building, which will be renovated on the inside but left relatively intact on the outside.
—
Ilana Arougheti
july 1,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for intact
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intact
Adjective
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Swift recently paid tribute to the Hollywood icon with an entire song on The Life of a Showgirl and licensed imagery and other intellectual property from Elizabeth Taylor's estate for the music video.
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As the music builds, entire sections of the crowd rise to their feet, clapping, chanting and dancing together.
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Chicken enchiladas are one of our favorite make-ahead meals for the whole family.
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Some artists leave a stark contrast between matte and glossy designs, while others go in with one final, shiny top coat over the whole nail.
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Roupp fought to stay in the game and record the first complete game of his career, but at 104 pitches, Vitello went to his bullpen to seal the blowout win instead of pushing his starter.
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These days, a complete Wirkkala set can fetch upwards of $3,600.
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But Claus also did not see anything on the field, at full speed, to warrant a card at all, let alone a red.
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Knoxville goalkeeper Johan Garibay stole a Boise goal in the 37th minute, making a full-extension, diving save of a rocket from Thomas Amang.
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In comparison, the Sparks, without an offensive rebound until the end of the third quarter, were forced to make perfect shots, though that was far from the team’s grasp.
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While no missile defense system offers perfect protection, modern layered architectures have significantly improved the ability to detect, track, and intercept increasingly sophisticated threats.
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Always consult your vet for comprehensive advice on managing pet anxiety.
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For the dedicated enthusiast, the Wright Around Chicago bus tour, operated by the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust, is a comprehensive day out.
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“Intact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intact. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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