- past tense form of intertwine.
- past participle of intertwine.
intertwined
Americanadjective
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twined or woven together.
Braids are geometric objects consisting of intertwined strands of string.
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closely or inseparably involved with each other, or consisting of elements connected in this way.
The new exhibit “How Does It Hurt?” reminds us that the history of creativity and the history of living with suffering are inextricably intertwined.
verb
Etymology
Origin of intertwined
Example Sentences
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A hefty Moche nose ornament of gold and silver would have been quite the weight to carry from one’s septum, especially with the intricately intertwined creatures that wrap around its edge.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026
His life has been intertwined with money, business, politics and privilege — for better or worse.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 30, 2026
Owens saw clearly, Spencer said, how culture and politics were intertwined.
From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2026
While geographic proximity ensures the two countries will remain intertwined, the deeply integrated economic relationship of recent decades may be coming to an end.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
I look down at our hands intertwined, surprised and a little embarrassed, scared Darrell will see and won’t let me forget it.
From "King and the Dragonflies" by Kacen Callender
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