Question

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what is the meaning of the word intimate as it is used in paragraph 5 of the text?
a. verb | to delicately communicate
b. adjective | of a private or personal matter
c. adjective | marked by close friendship or association
d. verb | to announce publicly

Explanation:

The word "intimate" can have multiple parts - of - speech and meanings. In common usage, as an adjective, it can mean marked by close friendship or association. We need to consider the context of paragraph 5 (not provided here but based on general knowledge of the word's usage).

Answer:

C. adjective | marked by close friendship or association