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as in intensive
extreme in degree, power, or effect
the intense cold of the polar regions
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as in passionate
having or expressing great depth of feeling
an intense actor who favors edgy film roles
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Recent Examples of intense
Back in 2020, when Idaho became the first state in the country to pass a law protecting girls’ sports, Labrador said the state was under intense pressure.
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Jackson Thompson Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
This happens when your body’s temperature gets too hot and is accompanied by significant strain from intense exercise on a sizzling day.
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Dorany Pineda,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2026
Queen Camilla posed with Rowling in a social media post that drew intense pushback online.
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Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 June 2026
New York Mets owner Steve Cohen faces intense pressure amid a frustrating 2026 season, with the team at 35-49 despite high expectations and a top payroll.
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Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for intense
Jackson Thompson Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
This happens when your body’s temperature gets too hot and is accompanied by significant strain from intense exercise on a sizzling day.
—
Dorany Pineda,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2026
Queen Camilla posed with Rowling in a social media post that drew intense pushback online.
—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 June 2026
New York Mets owner Steve Cohen faces intense pressure amid a frustrating 2026 season, with the team at 35-49 despite high expectations and a top payroll.
—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for intense
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intense
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The jockeys take on months of intensive training in order to ride in the Ladies’ Race.
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On the flip side, semiconductor manufacturing is one of the most complex and energy-intensive industrial processes in the world, with emissions projected to reach 277 million metric tons of CO₂ equivalent by 2030.
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Despite the full lineup and passionate patriotic crowd in Seattle, Team USA looked uncomfortable from the start, fell behind early, made sloppy mistakes and could not keep up with the Belgians, who move on to face Spain in the quarterfinals.
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Mexico’s passionate fans blasted horns outside the England hotel to disrupt players’ sleep, and the start of the match was delayed an hour because of a thunderstorm.
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Its young people are increasingly educated and ambitious but many are frustrated over fierce competition for limited jobs.
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The Pride and Angel City have established a fierce rivalry in their short history.
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Goodson explains that pomegranates thrive in warm climates and are widely enjoyed around the world.
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Mallorca In fall, the crowds in Mallorca dissipate, the sea stays warm, and the impossible restaurant reservation opens up.
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Known for his command of ferocious demon-quelling deities, Zhenwu remains a popular deity in Daoist exorcist rituals in places such as Taiwan.
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That’s because a parasite called Cyclospora, which can contaminate raw produce and causes ferocious and long-lasting bouts of diarrheal illness, is making people sick across several states.
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At Fox, Collier became known for his passional embrace of blockchain, NFTs and the whole Web3 space.
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The arils are deep ruby-red in color and have a sweet yet slightly tart flavor that many people find refreshing.
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Facing intense competition, Accor recognized the need for deeper customer retention and advocacy.
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England versus Mexico was an all-time epic played in one of sports’ most fervent atmospheres at the iconic Estadio Azteca.
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These 15 mountain towns in California offer contemporary amenities amid the beautiful landscapes that inspired one of nature’s most fervent champions.
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“Intense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intense. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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