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
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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Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
3 July 2026
Large friendship groups can be a really cool experience, but can also pose challenges in terms of the depths of intimacy that can be cultivated with each person.
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Joy Harden Bradford,
AJC.com,
2 July 2026
Companion features that simulate romance, intimacy, or devotion should be disabled for minors and limited by default when age is uncertain.
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Ryan McBain,
STAT,
2 July 2026
Experts highlight how smaller retailers provide intimacy and exclusivity.
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Amanda Lauren,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
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“Intimacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intimacy. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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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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