intima
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Origin of intima
1870–75; < New Latin, noun use of feminine of Latin intimus, intumus inmost, equivalent to in- in- 2 + -timus superlative suffix; cf. optimal, ultimate
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Fall also saw the opening of Intima, a new arts space in Ridgewood, Queens.
From New York Times • Dec. 6, 2023
In 1907, together with the actor August Falck, Strindberg founded an experimental theater, Intima Teatern, in Stockholm.
From New York Times • Sep. 13, 2016
It wasn’t until 2002 that Strindbergs Intima Teater reopened after a renovation and modernization that, with 90 seats, preserved the intimate atmosphere between actors and audience.
From New York Times • Sep. 13, 2016
He began writing music for revues at the Teatro Lirico, in 1932 was signed by Mexico's leading radio station for a program well named the Hora Intima, This has become Mexico's most popular radio feature.
From Time Magazine Archive
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Sed tamen iste Deus qui sit, vos dicite, vermes, Intima turba illi; vos fovet ille sinu.
From The Complete Works of Richard Crashaw, Volume II (of 2) by Crashaw, Richard
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