intricately  /ˈɪn trə kət li/ ? Meaning of "intricately"

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Definition(s):

  • (adv) with elaboration

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Usage(s):

  1. For decades he was famous for his intricately configured offices and houses, with their long cantilevers and thrusting volumes.
  2. This unofficial moratorium, which currently affects 696 prisoners, is the result of an intricately planned campaign that used every possible legal tactic or argument.
  3. He works bits of found wood and salvaged materials into intricately patchworked one-of-a kind chests, dining tables, chairs, sofas and even cribs.

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  1. Information Minister Sherry Rehman said the "so-called hoax call" was "processed, verified and crosschecked" in accordance with an "intricately laid down procedure" before being put through to the President.
    on Dec 6, 2008 By: Sherry Rehman Source: A Pakistan News

  2. "For many years Sam Presti has been intricately involved in all of the major basketball decisions made by our franchise," said Spurs General Manager RC Buford. "We will miss his knowledge, instinct and energy. I'm excited for the...
    on Jun 7, 2007 By: RC Buford Source: Supersonics.com

  3. "I want everybody to come (today) because it's going to be a spectacular event," City Councilman Richard Alarcon said Saturday. "What we are doing is appreciating the culture of gospel music, which has been intricately woven into the fabric...
    on Jul 3, 2010 By: Richard Alarcon Source: Los Angeles Daily News

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