intertwined

comparative more intertwined · superlative most intertwined

1. literalTwined or twisted together; entwined.

   Intertwined threads of cotton

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   The lovers' limbs were intertwined.

   Synonyms: braided

2. figurativelyInextricably related or relevant.

   The problems of criminality and of corruption of law enforcement are intertwined.

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   The horrific streak of violence reflected a convergence of intertwined crises — homelessness and mental illness — that the pandemic has exacerbated and made more difficult to address

   2021 February 24, Ashley Southall, Edgar Sandoval, Christina Goldbaum, “Four Subway Stabbings and a Young Man’s Downward Spiral”, in The New York Times, →ISSN

   Mr. Musk wrote in his post that “xAI and X’s futures are intertwined.”

   2025 March 28, Kate Conger, Lauren Hirsch, quoting Elon Musk, “Elon Musk Says He Has Sold X to His A.I. Start-Up xAI”, in The New York Times, →ISSN

1. participlepastsimple past and past participle of intertwine