as in intense
extreme in degree, power, or effect
Maintaining the house's expansive gardens requires intensive effort.
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Recent Examples of intensive
The two are part of the leadership team at this free, student-run, two-week music intensive.
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Beth Wood, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 July 2025
Designed to withstand intensive training, Lacoste’s abrasion-resistant piqué fabric is made with Ultra Dry moisture-wicking technology for more breathable wear.
—Lauren Alexis Fisher, Footwear News, 27 June 2025
Oftentimes, enrolling in an intensive language program qualifies someone for a student visa, depending on the requirements of that country (more on that later).
—Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 27 June 2025
Anxiety might also require more intensive cognitive-behavioral interventions aimed at changing negative thought patterns.
—Lauryn Higgins, Time, 26 June 2025
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Beth Wood, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 July 2025
Designed to withstand intensive training, Lacoste’s abrasion-resistant piqué fabric is made with Ultra Dry moisture-wicking technology for more breathable wear.
—Lauren Alexis Fisher, Footwear News, 27 June 2025
Oftentimes, enrolling in an intensive language program qualifies someone for a student visa, depending on the requirements of that country (more on that later).
—Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 27 June 2025
Anxiety might also require more intensive cognitive-behavioral interventions aimed at changing negative thought patterns.
—Lauryn Higgins, Time, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intensive
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The finish is long and intense, with lingering orchard fruits and spices.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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That’s due in part to the fluidity and intense candor of each member’s writing.—
Leah Lu,
Rolling Stone,
15 July 2025
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To put that drop into context, Gates was the fifth richest person alive on July 3, highlighting the fierce (and sometimes erratic) battle to make it to the top 10.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
7 July 2025
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Winds, too, were fierce, gusting up to 70 mph at the lakefront, according to the National Weather Service.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
7 July 2025
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On the wall behind her, Gauguin has painted glyphs like those discovered on Easter Island, and a masked female figure, ferocious and bare-breasted.—
Alexandra Schwartz,
New Yorker,
11 July 2025
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Last time around, the titular Addams Family member, portrayed by Jenna Ortega, saved Nevermore by solving the mystery of the Hyde’s identity and putting a stop to the ferocious creature.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
9 July 2025
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Tequila has long been celebrated for its deep Mexican heritage and craftsmanship, but Black entrepreneurs, mixologists, and investors are now making their mark on the industry.—
Essence,
Essence,
10 July 2025
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Maresca spoke of the importance of this role when playing against teams who like to defend deep — as Fluminense, with 40-year-old former Chelsea captain Thiago Silva in their back line, did here.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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And because of that, it’s shielded us from the terrible things that happen downstream in the supply chain.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
8 July 2025
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Vegas bounced back from a terrible loss to the Fever with an 86-68 win over the Sun on Sunday.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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“Intensive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intensive. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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