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Recent Examples of intrinsic There’s no getting away from the friction between data’s intrinsic value and its complete lack of romance. Phil Hay, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024 These coins often gain popularity due to social media trends, celebrity endorsements, or the humor associated with their branding rather than any intrinsic utility or technical innovation. Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024 In addition to challenging coursework, colleges value intellectual vitality—an intrinsic passion for learning that manifests through independent projects, academic competitions, and research. Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024 Crypto skeptics say that, unlike most other commodities, bitcoin has no intrinsic use and is not crucial to the functioning of the U.S. economy. Gertrude Chavez-Dreyfuss and Lisa Pauline Mattackal, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for intrinsic 
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Adjective
  • The predominantly black palette, only occasionally spiced up by pops of color, left room for the explorations of menswear archetypes and wardrobe staples, seen through the brand’s inherent youthful lens to exude a carefree spirit.
    Martino Carrera, WWD, 14 Jan. 2025
  • Such qualities are at odds with the inherent probabilistic nature of today’s generative AI, a statistical software that predicts words based on speech and language patterns.
    Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 14 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Art Galore Outdoor Public Art Throughout the district, art is integral to telling the stories rooted in history of the region.
    Jeanine Barone, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Its plan is integral to Central Valley communities’ plans to reinvigorate business districts and boost economic growth.
    Colleen Shalby, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Vogue Daily newsletter Get essential fashion, style, and tips, in your inbox.
    Emma Specter, Vogue, 16 Jan. 2025
  • For Orr, ensuring a company's stock price aligns with its true value is essential for protecting its reputation and ensuring long-term success.
    Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025

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“Intrinsic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intrinsic. Accessed 24 Jan. 2025.

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