as in inherently
by natural character or ability he's worked hard to be good at baseball, as he's not intrinsically athletic

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Recent Examples of intrinsically Related Articles As President Trump’s ICE raids ramp up, here’s how immigration enforcement has changed Deportation flights from the US to Colombia resume after diplomatic spat The criminal organizations under ICE’s jurisdiction are intrinsically linked to these major crimes. John Fabbricatore, The Denver Post, 30 Jan. 2025 At Hidden Barn, her title is now master blender, so she is intrinsically involved in blending together the various barrels of bourbon that were distilled at the Neeley Family Distillery. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 31 Dec. 2024 According to these people, the Menendez brothers have been intrinsically involved in rehabilitation programs and projects to care for disabled inmates and improve life inside for staff and convicts. Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 25 Nov. 2024 The conversation around money is undergoing a radical transformation, with many now demanding more transparent discussions about finances, recognizing that economic wellness is intrinsically linked to mental and physical health. Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 24 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for intrinsically

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“Intrinsically.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intrinsically. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

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