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intrigues

  • plural
    of intrigue.
    intrigue
    verb (used with object)
    to arouse the curiosity or interest of by unusual, new, or otherwise fascinating or compelling qualities; appeal strongly to; captivate.
  • present tense form
    of intrigue (3rd person singular).
    intrigue
    verb (used with object)
    to arouse the curiosity or interest of by unusual, new, or otherwise fascinating or compelling qualities; appeal strongly to; captivate.

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“Alexander’s Feast” is also weighed down by its lengthy opening section, which centers on Graham’s life in Philadelphia and the minor intrigues of his legal career.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026

Uganda's tempestuous army chief has once again vowed to run for president and succeed his long-ruling father, but palace intrigues are swirling as he faces a challenge from a brother-in-law.

From Barron's ● Aug. 27, 2026

Hawk and Pína present a noticeably different picture of a relationship than most rom-coms offer — a kinetic, unpredictable spark that fuels the movie’s uncertainty and intrigues the audience tenfold.

From Salon ● Jul. 5, 2026

Over separate video calls, The Times caught up with Glatzer and Magnussen to discuss what intrigues them about the machinations of Silicon Valley and how their relationship with tech has changed.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2026

“Bono ...,” said I, deprived almost of speech — eager already for the plumes, the charges, the palace intrigues.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party" by M.T. Anderson